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White Ibis

Eudocimus albus

Photo by gatorfellows
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Field Notes

Description:

The white plumage and pink facial skin of adult American White Ibises are distinctive. In non-breeding condition the long downcurved bill and long legs are bright red-orange. This one has mud on the tip of the bill.

Habitat:

One of two feeding at Audubon Park, New Orleans

Reference Links:

White Ibis, Identification, All About Birds - Cornell Lab of Ornithology

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