Straw-necked Ibis

The Straw-necked Ibis (*Threskiornis spinicollis*) is a large, highly adaptable wading bird found across mainland Australia and Tasmania. Named for the straw-like yellow plumes on its neck, this species is easily recognised by the dramatic contrast between its glossy, iridescent black and bright white plumage. Unlike many waterbirds, Straw-necked Ibises are just as likely to be seen foraging far from water in open grasslands, pastures, and agricultural fields.