The White Ibis is ubiquitous here in Florida, a coastal wading bird that is seen from the Carolinas to Florida and up the Gulf Coast into Texas.
Although the White Ibis is mostly found foraging for small crustaceans and amphibians in freshwater marshes, wetlands, and mangrove swamps, this graceful bird is equally at home strolling in urban parks and residential neighborhoods, digging for insects.
While still immature, the White Ibis is actually a brownish-white splotchy-looking bird, like the ones pictured here. As with many birds, its color evolves as it matures.
After the first year, the Ibis loses its brown color as its feathers molt into white, with black wing tips that are visible in flight (All About Birds).
No matter what color, the lovely blue-eyed White Ibis is certainly has a way of looking rather elegant!
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Their numbers increased dramatically in the Lowcountry swamps this year for some reason. Nice article
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“After the first year, the Ibis loses its brown color as its feathers molt into white, with black wing tips that are visible in flight…” Bleached by the sunlight? 😉
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Undoubtedly, Cyndi! They’re found throughout the Sunshine State☀️☺️
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A most informative post! Thank you so much. I love the “elegance” in which you describe your Ornithological adventures!
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What a kind and thoughtful thing to say, Berny – I’m so glad you enjoy them! ☺️
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Interesting post and terrific photos!
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Thanks, Belinda. I confess that I sometimes think of Ibises as so “ordinary” – but they really can be quite beautiful!
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Excellent natural history post with some fine images, Carol.
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Thank you, Steve. I appreciate your visit!
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Wonderful to read that a bird this attractive is numerous in your part of the world!
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Thanks – were lucky! Funny…. but I think the Ibis is actually too often overlooked. They are overshadowed by the glamorous birds like Snowy Egrets and by the grand and powerful birds like the Great Blue Herons.
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The reflections are awesome!
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I don’t think I realized how many reflections are included in these shots till you mentioned it – thanks, Donna! I love how the birds contrast with the color of the water.
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