Sacred Ibis

The Sacred Ibis is a large, quiet bird, measuring 25 to 29 inches in length and averaging about three pounds. The Sacred Ibis has long legs and a thin, downward curved bill. The Sacred Ibis is a mostly white bird with black on its head, neck, rear end, legs and partially-webbed feet. 

The Sacred Ibis is an ancient breed, and can be seen in ancient Egyptian murals. In their natural habitat, the Ibis live in marshes, swamps, riverbanks, flooded farmlands and coastal lagoons. They can be found in sub-Saharan Africa and in the Persian Gulf region. 

The Sacred Ibis is an opportunistic feeder. It’s curved bill is sensitive to touch and used to probe for food in mud and under water. The majority of the Ibis’ diet includes fish, snails, frogs and insects from the water. They occasionally prey on the eggs and young of other types of birds. The Sacred Ibis is sometimes a scavenger, found going through trash or hanging around restaurants. In the United States these birds can be found in the southeastern part of the country.

These birds are not pinioned. To request that a wing be clipped, please call our office at (800) 456-3280.