Mangoverde :: World Bird Guide :: Ibises and Spoonbills :: Bald Ibis

Bald Ibis Geronticus calvus

Described by: Boddaert (1783)
Alternate common name(s): Southern Bald Ibis
Old scientific name(s): None known by website authors

Photographs

Sani Pass, Lesotho - Dec 27, 2007 © Alan Manson 
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Range

E. South Africa;
Restricted range;
Breeding is restricted to the highlands of e. South Africa (Natal (Drakenberg, Wakkerstroom), e. Transvaal, e. Orange Free State, Lesotho and e. Cape Province).
Disperses into the surrounding lowlands.

Videos

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Sounds

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References

Clements, James F. Birds of the World: A Checklist. Vista, CA: Ibis Publishing Company, 2000.

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