A Remarkably Stunning Bird That Moves In Flocks Appearing As Waves Of Shimmering Scarlet
FEATHERS MAY SHOW VARIOUS SHADES, BUT IT IS REALLY ONLY THE WINGTIPS THAT DEVIATE FROM THIS COLOR.
A remarkably stunning bird that has been described anywhere from a beautiful orange-red to a brilliant scarlet. Whatever color you decide best describes this bird, you have to agree it makes it’s unmistakable.
MEET THE SCARLET IBIS
The scarlet ibis (Eudocimus ruber), is a species of ibis in the Threskiornithidae bird family. Adults of both sexes are practically all scarlet in their plumage. Feathers may show various shades, but it is really only the wingtips that deviate from this color, being a really deep inky black. They have red bills and feet, though the bill can sometimes be blackish in color. They have long necks and legs, both of which are extended in flight.
Flocks of Scarlet Ibis gather in wetlands and other marshy areas, including shorelines and rainforest areas. There they eat mainly insects, in particular scarab beetles which form the major part of their diet. Though they do eat crustaceans such as shrimps, also crabs, and mollusks.
This species has protected status throughout the world. This has helped the bird gain the status as of least concern on the IUCN Red List.
WATCH THIS BIRD IN FLIGHT RIGHT HERE IN THE VIDEO BELOW:
