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    Scarlet ibis

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    The flocks of this striking self-descriptive bird are a sight to behold

    The scarlet ibis, residing in the wetlands and marshy habitats of South America and the Caribbean, can be easily recognized by its signature scarlet plumage all over its body. However, the juveniles have dull coloration.

    They are a highly social species, forming large colonies of thousands to feed and protect the young. Parents will fly great distances to recover freshwater prey, as it appears to be essential in the diets of fledglings. Their long thin bills are well suited to foraging in the mud for insects, crustaceans, and small fish.

    Despite their large global population, their numbers are on a declining trend. The main threats are habitat destruction, hunting, and pesticides.

    Distribution

    Country
    Population est.
    Status
    Year
    Comments
    Argentina
    2016
    Aruba
    2016
    Non-Breeding
    Belize
    2016
    Non-Breeding
    Brazil
    2016
    Colombia
    2016
    Cuba
    2016
    Non-Breeding
    Dominica
    2016
    Non-Breeding
    Ecuador
    2016
    Non-Breeding
    French Guiana
    2016
    Grenada
    2016
    Non-Breeding
    Guyana
    2016
    Jamaica
    2016
    Vagrant
    Panama
    2016
    Non-Breeding
    Suriname
    2016
    Trinidad & Tobago
    2016
    United States
    2016
    Non-Breeding
    Venezuela
    2016

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    Terrestrial / Aquatic

    Altricial / Precocial

    Polygamous / Monogamous

    Dimorphic (size) / Monomorphic

    Active: Diurnal / Nocturnal

    Social behavior: Solitary / Pack / Herd / Flock

    Diet: Carnivore / Herbivore / Omnivore / Piscivorous / Insectivore

    Migratory: Yes / No

    Domesticated: Yes / No

    Dangerous: Yes / No

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    Least Concern(IUCN)
    World Population 150,000
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    Threats

    Habitat destruction / Climate change / Freshwater pollution / Marine pollution / Deforestation / Farming / Fishing practices / Poaching & wildlife trade / Invasive species / Parasites & diseases / Noise pollution / Light pollution

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    Scientific name: Eudocimus ruber Other names:

    Guará

    Physical traits

    Length: 55 – 63 cm (22 – 25 in) Weight: 1.4 kg (3 pounds) Lifespan: 16 – 20 years Speed: 40 km/h (25 mph) Wingspan: 54 cm (21 in) Incubation: 19 – 23 days Eggs: 3 – 5 eggs
    Habitats: Forest Fresh water Lakes Marsh Swamp
    Regions: North America South America
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