Malagasy Sacred Ibis

Malagasy Sacred Ibis

Threskiornis bernieri

Endangered

Aves · Pelecaniformes · Threskiornithidae

About

The Malagasy sacred ibis is a relatively large, heavily built ibis endemic to the west coast of Madagascar, and Aldabra on the Seychelles.

Fun Fact

The Malagasy sacred ibis was formerly considered a subspecies of the African sacred ibis.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Restricted to the west coast of Madagascar, especially between Port-Berge and Moromoe.

Diet

Feeds on crustaceans, diverse invertebrates, vegetable refuse and more occasionally takes frogs, reptiles and young birds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease