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Scarlet ibis chicks are not born red. They have a brown plumage that does not change colour until after moulting in their second year. Groups of 30–70 ibis forage together. The male scarlet ibis are usually larger with a longer bill.
Characteristics
| Classification | Order: storks and relatives; family: ibis and spoonbill |
|---|---|
| Diet | Predominantly crustaceans, but also snails, molluscs, worms and small fish |
| Habitat | Coastal mangroves and islands |
| Reproduction | 1–3 eggs; incubation: 21–23 days; breeding in colonies |
Status according to Red List
More information you will get on the web page of the IUCN Red List.
