Ibisbill
NameIbisbill
Common NameIbisbill
Scientific NameIbidorhyncha struthersii
FamilyIbidorhynchidae
Wingspan (cm)53
Length (cm)40
Weight (g)300
Plumage DetailsAdults have grey upperparts, a white belly, and a striking black face, throat, and breast band. A narrow white band separates the black breast band from the grey upper chest. The bill and legs are bright red.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a distinctive piping or whistling call, often described as 'klee-klee-klee' or 'tee-tee-tee', which can be heard while foraging or in flight.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsrivers, mountains, streams, stony riverbeds
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Central Asia, including the Himalayas, Tibetan Plateau, and parts of China, typically at high altitudes along mountain rivers.
Identifying FeaturesLong, downcurved red bill, Grey body with white belly, Black face, throat, and breast band, Red legs, Prefers fast-flowing mountain rivers
Description
The Ibisbill is a distinctive wading bird characterized by its unique long, downcurved red bill and grey plumage. It typically forages for invertebrates and small fish in fast-flowing mountain rivers and streams, often found on stony riverbeds.
