Mesembrinibis cayennensis
Least ConcernAves · Pelecaniformes · Threskiornithidae
The green ibis, also known as the Cayenne ibis, is a wading bird in the ibis family Threskiornithidae. It is the only member of the genus Mesembrinibis.
Fun Fact
The sexes, which are identical in plumage, overlap somewhat in measurements, though the largest birds are male.
Habitat
Found in a variety of forested wetland habitats, particularly swamps and along the edges of rivers and lakes, at altitudes up to 500 m (1,600 ft).
Diet
Eats fish, frogs and other water creatures, as well as insects.
Lifespan
To be updated