African Sacred Ibis
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    African Sacred Ibis

    Threskiornis aethiopicus

    Waterbirds
    Least Concern

    Quick Facts

    Mass0.062 kg

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    The African sacred ibis is a species of ibis, a wading bird of the family Threskiornithidae. It is native to much of Africa, as well as small parts of Iraq, Iran and Kuwait. It is especially known for its role in Ancient Egyptian religion, where it was linked to the god Thoth. The species is currently extirpated from Egypt.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for African Sacred Ibis. Sightings recorded in 200 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    East Africa
    Lake Manyara National ParkNorthern Tanzania Safari Circuit, Tanzania
    Occasional
    Ngorongoro Conservation AreaNorthern Tanzania Safari Circuit, Tanzania
    Occasional
    Abijata-Shalla Lakes National ParkCentral Rift Valley & Awash, Ethiopia
    Rare
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