Black-faced Ibis
Theristicus melanopis
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Pelecaniformes · Threskiornithidae
About
The black-faced ibis is a species of bird in the family Threskiornithidae. It is found in grassland and fields in southern and western South America. It has been included as a subspecies of the similar buff-necked ibis, but today all major authorities accept the split. The black-faced ibis also includes the Andean ibis as a subspecies. Some taxonomic authorities still do so.
Fun Fact
It has been included as a subspecies of the similar buff-necked ibis, but today all major authorities accept the split.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Restricted to warm regions, has contrasting large white wing-patches, a dark grey (not buff) lower chest, and its throat-wattle is smaller than in the black-faced ibis.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance