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Northern Bald Ibis

Northern Bald Ibis

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23 hours ago
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A distinctive and critically endangered ibis known for its bare, reddish face and head, and iridescent black plumage. It is a migratory species with populations in Morocco, Syria, and a reintroduction project in Europe.
Where to spot
Semi-desert areas, steppe, and rocky cliffs for breeding, often foraging in agricultural fields or dry grasslands. Morocco, Syria, and reintroduction sites in Europe (e.g., Austria, Germany).
How to spot
Look for its bare, wrinkled reddish head, long decurved bill, and glossy black plumage. Often seen foraging in small groups, probing for invertebrates.
When to spot
Breeding season (February-July) near cliffs, otherwise foraging in surrounding areas. Migratory populations move south for winter.
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File:Northern Bald Ibis in flight. Geronticus eremita - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
File:Northern bald ibis (Geronticus eremita).jpg
File:Geronticus eremita.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Geronticus eremita - Heidelberg.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Geronticus eremita - Waldrapp - Northern Bald Ibis.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Northern Bald Ibis Geronticus eremita (8470600428).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Northern Bald Ibis Geronticus eremita (8470613428).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Northern Bald Ibis Geronticus eremita (8470613452).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Northern Bald Ibis in flight. Geronticus eremita - Flickr - gailhampshire.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Northern bald ibis (Geronticus eremita).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This ibis has a unique historical connection, often depicted in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, suggesting it once had a wider distribution.
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