PreviousNext LIFE SPAN: 5 - 10 years Common Name: Sacred ibis Category: Ibis Family: Threskiornithidae Scientific Name: Threskiornis aethiopicus

Observations of African sacred ibis 2015–2022. 0:23 African sacred ibis in Ystad, Sweden The African sacred ibis (Threskiornis aethiopicus) is a species of ibis, a wading bird of the family …

African Sacred Ibis [Threskiornis aethiopicus] Habitat: Marshy wetlands and mud flats Size: 25.5-35″ Weight: 3 lbs Wingspan: 12″ Average Lifespan: 20 years Incubation Period: 28-29 days …

Apr 25, 2025 · The Sacred Ibis is found in sub-Saharan Africa, Madagascar, and southern Iraq. It was once common in Egypt but is now extinct there. It inhabits wetlands, riverbanks, …

According to IUCN Red List, the total population size of the African sacred ibis is 200,000-450,000 individuals. Currently, this species is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List …

Ultimate Guide to facts about African Sacred Ibis: lifespan, distribution and habitat map, lifestyle and social behavior, mating habits, diet and nutrition, population size and status.

The African Sacred Ibis typically lives around 20 years in the wild. In comparison, related species like the Glossy Ibis and the American White Ibis have similar lifespans, typically ranging from …

Mar 7, 2023 · One specimen lived for 37 years in captivity [0649]. No information on metabolism is available.

Adult plumage will appear at three years of age. They are 25 – 35 inches in length, with a wingspan between 44 – 49 inches and weigh about 3 pounds. Sacred ibis may live up to 20 …

They live in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Iraq. The Scared Ibis weighs in about 1-3 lbs. and can be 30 inches in length. Their average lifespan is 20 years. The normal diet consist of small …