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Plegadis falcinellus
I think these may be white-faced ibis. This is another related spotting in the same area: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/793...
Seen at Mandalay National Wildlife Refuge
Thanks for the ID help and pointing out that subtle difference! I was very surprised to see so many in one pond. Previously I've only seen 1 or 2 at a time.
I would say Glossy Ibis rather than White-faced because White-faced ibis tend to have a bit of pink on the front of the face at the base of the bill, and glossy ibis do not. Otherwise, they are extremely similar. Great pictures though!
Spotted on Nov 2, 2012
Submitted on Nov 21, 2012
