Also known as waldrapp, waldrapp ibis, Geronticus eremita, hermit ibis, Hermit ibis
species of bird
The Northern Bald Ibis is a large wading bird recognizable by its distinctive bald head and long, curved bill, native to the Middle East and North Africa. It matters because the species is critically endangered and serves as an important indicator of the health of arid and semi-arid ecosystems where it lives.
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Maximum longevity: 32.9 years (captivity) Observations: One specimen lived for 32.9 years in captivity (Brouwer et al. 1994).
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