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Glossy Ibis

Plegadis falcinellus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Pelecaniformes ›Family: Threskiornithidae ›Genus: Plegadis

About

The glossy ibis (Plegadis falcinellus) is a wading bird in the ibis family Threskiornithidae. The scientific name derives from Ancient Greek plegados and Latin, falcis, both meaning "sickle" and referring to the distinctive shape of the bill.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Glossy Ibis?
The scientific name of Glossy Ibis is Plegadis falcinellus.
What kingdom does Glossy Ibis belong to?
Glossy Ibis belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Glossy Ibis belong to?
Glossy Ibis belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Glossy Ibis belong to?
Glossy Ibis belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Glossy Ibis belong to?
Glossy Ibis belongs to the order Pelecaniformes.
What family does Glossy Ibis belong to?
Glossy Ibis belongs to the family Threskiornithidae.
What genus does Glossy Ibis belong to?
Glossy Ibis belongs to the genus Plegadis.