THE GLOSSY IBIS 



the sun, and the wing opened to its full extent and pointing upwards ; they 

 would bask in this manner, and seemed to enjoy the warmth on their bodies. 

 When the wing is closed, the long axillaries usually protrude below the other 

 feathers, as shown in the picture which was taken from one of the birds above 

 referred to. 



The sexes do not differ in colour, but the immature bird is of a dull blackish- 

 brown, with some whitish streaks and patches on the head and neck. 



