Ibises and Spoonbills
Threskiornithidae
Family Distribution
This map shows the combined distribution of all species in the Threskiornithidae family.
Colour intensity indicates the number of species present in each region:
- Darker colours = More species
- Lighter colours = Fewer species
Notable Species
Attribute Champions
The Eurasian Spoonbill demonstrates considerable agility in its feeding technique, adeptly sweeping its specialised bill through water to catch prey. Its ability to wade through various wetland environments and perform precise movements during foraging indicates good manoeuvrability.
With a large size (80-90 cm length) and substantial wingspan (120-135 cm), the Eurasian Spoonbill possesses moderate strength. Its ability to carry nesting materials and perform long-distance migrations suggests decent muscular capacity, though it's not known for exceptional feats of strength.
The Eurasian Spoonbill shows high adaptability, thriving in various wetland habitats across Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. Its ability to feed on a diverse range of aquatic prey and its successful colonisation of new breeding areas, including recent establishment in the UK, demonstrate considerable adaptive capabilities.
Generally, Eurasian Spoonbills are not particularly aggressive birds. They are social creatures, often foraging and nesting in groups. While they may defend their nests, they are not known for pronounced aggressive behaviours towards other species or conspecifics outside of normal territorial instincts.
The Eurasian Spoonbill exhibits good endurance, evidenced by its partial migratory nature and ability to fly long distances with extended neck and legs. Their capacity to wade for extended periods while foraging and their longevity (up to 20 years in the wild, with some reaching 30) also suggest robust endurance.
