Glossy ibis / Brauner Sichler (Plegadis falcinellus)

Glossy ibis, Neeracherried. 2022-09-04 09:06:02 Neeracherried NIKON D5600 ISO 1000
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Observations

Only documented observation: 2022-09-04

Description

Classification: Genus Plegadis (Plegadis); Family Threskiornithidae (Threskiornithidae)
This bird appears across the great seas in the following continents: Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Asia.
General:The glossy ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) is a water bird in the order Pelecaniformes and the ibis and spoonbill family Threskiornithidae. The scientific name derives from Ancient Greek plegados and Latin, falcis, both meaning "sickle" and referring to the distinctive shape of the bill.^[2] [more]
Vocalization:Generally silent away from breeding ground. Dry, crow-like "garr garr", may be heard occasionally in flight. At breeding ground various guttural grunts, and piping, hissing sounds. [Link]

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Physical details

Physical details: length=55-65 cm, wingspan=80-95 cm, weight=530-768 g