Scarlet Ibis

Eudocimus ruber

NATURAL HABITAT
The Scarlet Ibis lives in mudflats, estuaries, shorelines and shallow bay areas.

DIET
IN THE WILD – Crustaceans, mollusks, fish, insects, frogs and small snakes
IN THE ZOO – Meat, fish, insects and grain

FASCINATING FACTS

• Live up to 20 years
• Males and females guard the nest and help feed the chicks
• Curved, slender bill allows them to probe into water, mud or grass for food
• Fly in v-formation to decrease wind resistance for trailing birds, similar to the technique of drafting in car racing