May 8th, Lena (the other guide here at the Waterfowl Park) spotted a Glossy Ibis on the walk home from work – as of this afternoon (May 12th) it is still with us! The Glossy Ibis is a long-legged heronlike wader with a slender decurved bill. They stand about 22-25” tall and are year round residents in Florida.
“Glossies” are also known to spend their summers as far north along the Eastern US Seaboard as Portland, Maine. This is why we were so astounded when one arrived all the way up in Sackville, NB. Not to mention, there are only about 1-2 provincial sightings per year. For any more info on these Lengthy Snouted Marsh Walkers, visit here!
(Photo Credit: Andrew Macfarlane)
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