Straw-necked Ibis
Threskiornis spinicollis
Also known as: Australian Straw-necked Ibis
The Straw-necked Ibis (*Threskiornis spinicollis*) is a large Australian wading bird recognised by its dark glossy body, long downcurved bill, and the pale straw-like feathers that appear around the neck during the breeding season. It frequents wetlands, flooded grasslands, and agricultural areas, where it feeds on insects, frogs, crustaceans, and other small prey while probing in mud or short vegetation.
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Straw-necked Ibises often gather in large flocks after rain, taking advantage of newly flooded ground rich in insects and other prey.Straw-necked Ibis Quick Facts
Detailed Information on the Straw-necked Ibis
Weight 1.4 kg
Height 75 cm
Length 75 cm
Wingspan 110 cm
Top Speed 48 km/h
Social Structure: Colonial
Activity Pattern: Diurnal
Trophic Level: Carnivore
Migration: Nomadic
Population Trend: Stable
Main Threats:
- Wetland drainage
- Drought
- Pollution
Kakadu National Park
Murray-Darling Basin
Queensland wetlands
Family: Threskiornithidae
Order: Pelecaniformes
