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Crested Ibis
Nipponia nippon
The Crested Ibis is a striking, medium-sized wading bird recognized by its pure white plumage, long down-curved bill, and elegant, wispy crest of white feathers on its head. During breeding season, its face and legs turn a vivid red, adding to its distinctive appearance. Once wi…
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- By the 1980s, only seven wild Crested Ibises remained in the world, all found in a remote Chinese village, making their recovery one of the most remarkable bird conservation stories.
- Crested Ibises perform graceful courtship displays involving synchronized bowing and bill snapping. Their distinctive call is a low, frog-like croak that echoes across rice paddies at dawn and dusk. Historically, their feathers were prized for ornamental purposes in East Asia.
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