Sacred Ibis
Sacred Ibis
The sacred ibis was venerated for centuries in Egypt where it was a symbol of Thoth, the scribe of the gods. In ancient times the killing of this bird was punishable by death. The sacred ibis is now extinct in Egypt.
Africa
At A Glance

Habitat
Wooded streams in savanna country and open forest
Diet
Insects, spiders, worms, crustaceans, mollusks, frogs, reptiles, birds, eggs and carrion
Location
Central, Eastern, and Southern Africa