About the African Sacred Ibis
The African Sacred Ibis (Threskiornis aethiopicus) is a species of bird in the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), within the order Pelecaniformes. This family contains 36 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code sacibi2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Threskiornis aethiopicus |
| Species Codes | sacibi2, ASIB, SAIB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Sacred Ibis belong to?
The African Sacred Ibis (Threskiornis aethiopicus) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the African Sacred Ibis?
The African Sacred Ibis is a member of the Ibises and Spoonbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Sacred Ibis sighting?
You can log sightings of African Sacred Ibis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sacibi2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ibises and Spoonbills 36 species
More Birds in Order Pelecaniformes
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