About the Olive Ibis
The olive ibis is a species of ibis native to dense tropical forests in central Africa. Between 65 and 75 cm in length, it is a small ibis with olive plumage displaying an iridescent sheen. Four subspecies are recognized.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Pelecaniformes |
| Family | Ibises and Spoonbills (Threskiornithidae) |
| Species | Bostrychia olivacea |
| Species Codes | oliibi2, OLIB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Olive Ibis belong to?
The Olive Ibis (Bostrychia olivacea) belongs to the Ibises and Spoonbills family (Threskiornithidae), in the order Pelecaniformes.
How can I identify the Olive Ibis?
The olive ibis is a species of ibis native to dense tropical forests in central Africa. Between 65 and 75 cm in length, it is a small ibis with olive plumage displaying an iridescent sheen. Four subspecies are recognized....
Where can I report a Olive Ibis sighting?
You can log sightings of Olive Ibis on eBird (ebird.org) using species code oliibi2, or on iNaturalist.
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