Green Ibis

Mesembrinibis cayennensis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Pelecaniformes · Threskiornithidae

About

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.

Quick Facts

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

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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