RS
Europe
Rusty Spoonbill
Plegadis regia
About this species
A characteristic species of the Threskiornithidae family, the Rusty Spoonbill occupies wetland regions throughout Europe. Its IUCN status is currently Endangered.
The Rusty Spoonbill is part of the order Pelecaniformes and the Threskiornithidae family. Its preferred habitat is wetland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Endangered, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Threskiornithidae family and Pelecaniformes order.