IBIS 



GLOSSY IBIS. 



PLATE CLXIIL FIGURE I. 



Ibis falcinellus, .... FLEMING. SELBY. 

 Plegadis falcinellus, .... DRESSER. 

 Ibis ignea, GMELIN. 



THIS rare straggler breeds in Southern Europe. 

 The nest is placed in willows which are partly 

 submerged, or in trees, in common with the various species 

 of Herons, and is formed of dry grass, flags, and other such 

 materials. Several nests are placed in proximity to each 

 other. 



The eggs are three to four in number, and of a pale 

 bluish-green colour. While the female is sitting, the male 

 bird brings her food, and when not thus engaged, stands 

 not far off, keeping sentry. 



VOL. III. 



