The Puna ibis (Plegadis ridgwayi) is a species of bird in the family Threskiornithidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru. Its natural habitats are swamps, marshes and lakes, and most of its range is in the Andean highlands, including the puna, but locally it occurs down to sea level.

Rather stocky, all-dark ibis of wetlands and lakes in high Andes; also wanders to coastal lowlands, where can be locally numerous. Usually in small groups. Feeds by probing with its downcurved bill. Breeding adult has dark chestnut head and neck, and red face. Nonbreeding and immature have whitish streaking on head and neck, and duller face.

2024年9月3日 · Residing in the high Andes of South America, the Puna Ibis (Plegadis ridgwayi) is a species distinguished by its glossy dark plumage and striking red legs. It thrives in marshes, wetlands, and grasslands at elevations up to 4,500 meters, feeding on insects, small fish, amphibians, and aquatic invertebrates.

The Puna Ibis, scientifically known as Plegadis ridgwayi, is a unique bird species found primarily in the high-altitude regions of South America, particularly in the Andes Mountains. These birds are known for their distinctive appearance, with long legs and a curved bill that is adapted for their specialized feeding habits.

The Puna ibis (Plegadis ridgwayi) is a species of bird in the family Threskiornithidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru. Its natural habitats are swamps, marshes and lakes, and most of its range is in the Andean highlands, including the puna, but locally it occurs down to sea level. It has been domesticated by the Uru people ...

2020年3月4日 · Puna Ibis (Plegadis ridgwayi), version 1.0. In Birds of the World (J. del Hoyo, A. Elliott, J. Sargatal, D. A. Christie, and E. de Juana, Editors). Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Ithaca, NY, USA. https://doi.org/10.2173/bow.punibi1.01

The puna ibis (Plegadis ridgwayi) is a species of bird in the family Threskiornithidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and Peru. Its natural habitats are swamps, marshes and lakes, and most of its range is in the Andean highlands, including the puna, but locally it occurs down to sea level.

Puna Ibis. Kingdom. Animalia. Location in Taxonomic Tree . Genus. Plegadis. Species. Plegadis ridgwayi. Identification Numbers. TSN: 174927. Geography. Working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.

Puna Ibis (Plegadis ridgwayi) is a species of bird in the Threskiornithidae family.

The Puna Ibis (Plegadis ridgwayi) is a striking bird native to the high Andean plateaus of South America. It is known for its glossy, iridescent plumage, which appears black from a distance but reveals deep shades of green and bronze in sunlight.