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Straw-necked Ibis
Threskiornis spinicollis
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About
The straw-necked ibis (Threskiornis spinicollis) is a bird of the ibis and spoonbill family Threskiornithidae. It can be found throughout Australia, New Guinea, and parts of Indonesia. Adults have distinctive straw-like feathers on their neck.
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Recent sightings near Cairns
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Oct 11, 2026Oleander St at Tamarind Street, Holloways Beach QLD 4878, AustraliaObserver: markView observation from Oct 11, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 26, 2026Madang St at Rabaul Street, Trinity Beach QLD 4879, AustraliaObserver: Michelle LindsonView observation from Sep 26, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 18, 2026Pioneer Cemetery, 127-145 McLeod St, Cairns North QLD 4870, AustraliaObserver: Paul PrappasView observation from Sep 18, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 14, 2026Flagstone Terrace, Smithfield, QLD, AUObserver: Sofi ForsmanView observation from Sep 14, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Sep 6, 2026Holloways Beach QLD 4878, AustraliaObserver: andreadennettView observation from Sep 6, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Aug 30, 2026Wirrah Cl, Bayview Heights, QLD, AUObserver: Richard LittauerView observation from Aug 30, 2026 on iNaturalist