List of Birds of Hispaniola - Ibises and Spoonbills

Ibises and Spoonbills

Order: Ciconiiformes. Family: Threskiornithidae

The Threskiornithidae is a family of large terrestrial and wading birds which includes the ibises and spoonbills. They have long, broad wings with 11 primary and about 20 secondary feathers. They are strong fliers and despite their size and weight, very capable soarers.

  • White Ibis Eudocimus albus
  • Glossy Ibis Plegadis falcinellus
  • Roseate Spoonbill Platalea ajaja

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