The Australian white ibis (Threskiornis molucca) is a wading bird of the ibis family, Threskiornithidae. It is widespread across much of Australia, and has a predominantly white plumage with a bare, black head, long downcurved bill, and black legs. While it is closely related to the African sacred ibis, the Australian white ibis is a native Australian bird. Due to its increasing presence in the urban environment and its habit of rummaging in garbage, the species has acquired a variety of colloquial names such as "tip turkey" and "bin chicken". This Australian white ibis was photographed at the Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney.Photograph credit: Charles J. Sharp
This editor is a Novice Editor and is entitled to display this Service Badge.
This editor is an Apprentice Editor and is entitled to display this Service Badge.
This editor is a Journeyman Editor and is entitled to display this Service Badge.
This editor is a Yeoman Editor and is entitled to display this Service Badge.
This editor is an Experienced Editor and is entitled to display this Service Badge.
The Photographer's Barnstar
In recognition of your outstanding photographic contributions both here at at Commons, I proudly present you with with this award. Keep up the great work! Kralizec! (talk) 15:12, 1 December 2008 (UTC)