They are a 'wading' bird and therefore are typically found in and around shallow water. They are commonly seen probing the tidal waters, creeks and nearby land areas with their feet and their long curved bill in search of food. Their bill is sensitive in the same way our fingers would feel something and grab it. Often they use their feet to locate and dislodge their prey and then dip in to eat it. This is typical of most wading birds.

Every evening about an hour prior to sunset you can look up and see small groups of Ibis flying overhead as they return to their safely chosen trees to roost (sleep) for the evening.

During overhead flight they are easily identified by their black wing tips.

Ibis's are a dark grayish brown plumage with a white underbelly which eventually spreads to color the entire bird white.

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Feeds on a variety of small crabs, aquatic insects, frogs and small fish.