Glossy Ibis

The Glossy Ibis (*Plegadis falcinellus*) is a medium-sized, slender wading bird with a long, decurved bill. While it can appear almost black from a distance, close views in good light reveal a stunning array of iridescent green, bronze, and purple tones, especially on the wings and back. Known as the "black curlew" in some regions, the Glossy Ibis is the smallest of Australia’s three ibis species and is found across a vast range spanning six continents.