WHITE IBIS

The white ibis (Threskiornis melanocephalus) is closely related to spoon bill and is very similar to its habits. It is a large bird with white plumage and with a long stout downwordly curved beak. It is found throughout India, Sri Lanka and Burma inhabiting large rivers, lakes and marshes. It feeds on small fishes, frogs, worms, insects and crustaceans. It is a silent bird but produces a few low grunting sounds while breeding. It breeds in colonies during the winter months in South India.