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Northern Bald Ibis (Geronticus eremita) This Bald Ibis is a critically endangered bird species that differentiates a lot from other Ibis birds by their unfeathered head and long curved bill. Apenheul,Birds,Geronticus eremita,Hermit Ibis,Ibis,Northern Bald Ibis,Waldrapp Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

Northern Bald Ibis (Geronticus eremita)

This Bald Ibis is a critically endangered bird species that differentiates a lot from other Ibis birds by their unfeathered head and long curved bill.

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The Northern Bald Ibis, Hermit Ibis, or Waldrapp is a migratory bird found in barren, semi-desert or rocky habitats, often close to running water. This 70–80 cm glossy black ibis, which, unlike other members of the ibis family, is non-wading, has an unfeathered red face and head, and a long, curved red bill.

Similar species: Pelicans, Herons, Ibises
Species identified by DragonC
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Aug 20, 2011. Captured Aug 20, 2011 10:49.
  • DSLR-A100
  • f/5.6
  • 1/40s
  • ISO400
  • 300mm