Scarlet Ibis

Eudocimus ruber
Conservation Status: Least Concern

The Scarlet Ibis is a brightly colored resident of mangrove swamps and tidal mudflats on Trinidad. They are seen in greatest number in the Caroni Swamp on Trinidad’s west coast, sometimes several thousand birds are present.

Wing Span: 94-105 cm
Length: 56-71 cm
Weight: 505-770 g
Scarlet Ibis, adult feeding, May 2014

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