List of Birds of Argentina - 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.

  • Plumbeous Ibis Theristicus caerulescens
  • Buff-necked Ibis Theristicus caudatus
  • Black-faced Ibis Theristicus melanopis
  • Green Ibis Mesembrinibis cayennensis
  • Bare-faced Ibis Phimosus infuscatus
  • Scarlet Ibis Eudocimus ruber
  • White-faced Ibis Plegadis chihi
  • Puna Ibis Plegadis ridgwayi
  • Roseate Spoonbill Platalea ajaja

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