
Bird
Roseate Spoonbill
Pink wader with a sweeping spoon bill
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| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roseate Spoonbill Platalea ajaja | 1.2 kg | 70 cm | 35 km/h | 15 yrs | North America, South America | Least Concern |
| American White Ibis Eudocimus albus | 1 kg | 65 cm | 40 km/h | 16 yrs | North America, South America | Least Concern |
| Ibis Threskiornis aethiopicus | 1.5 kg | 70 cm | 40 km/h | 20 yrs | Africa, Asia | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.