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Glossy Iridescence

At a distance the Glossy Ibis will seem somewhat dark in appearance, but catch it closeup with a full overhead sunlight, and the iridescence produces wonderful green and rust highlights. Its dark brown eye (among other features) distinguishes the Glossy from the White-faced Ibis that is seen in the Western States.

 

Glossy Ibis, seen at Merritt Island NWR.

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Uploaded on March 16, 2023
Taken on February 23, 2023