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Endangered Ibis Appears Early in Agra's Chambal Sanctuary, Hinting at Weather Shifts

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15 Oct, 2024

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Bird enthusiasts in the Chambal Sanctuary near Agra were thrilled to spot black-headed Ibis birds arriving much earlier than expected this year.


These migratory birds, which usually make their way to the sanctuary in November from countries such as China, Myanmar, Malaysia, and Mongolia, have been sighted in early October.


This unexpected arrival highlights potential changes in migratory patterns and reinforces the importance of the sanctuary as a crucial habitat for various bird species.


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The black-headed Ibis, known scientifically as Threskiornis melanocephalus and locally as "Safed Bujja," typically feeds on aquatic life, such as fish, frogs, and insects.


According to Uday Pratap Singh, a ranger at the sanctuary, the presence of water snakes in the region is likely attracting these birds, as they are known to consume these reptiles.


Classified as 'endangered' on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List, these ibises are easily identifiable by their striking black heads, necks, and legs, contrasted against a mostly white body.


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With an average length of 65 to 70 centimeters and a wingspan ranging from 90 to 110 centimeters, these birds present an elegant sight in flight.


Male and female ibises share similar physical features, making them difficult to distinguish visually.


Typically, these migratory birds stay in the Chambal area until April, after which they return to their breeding grounds across Asia.


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The ibis flock’s early arrival has intrigued ornithologists, who are now observing whether this occurrence is an isolated seasonal variation or part of a larger trend potentially linked to changing weather conditions and ecological shifts.


Some experts speculate that the early arrival could signal the start of an early winter season.


The Bah range of the Chambal Sanctuary is renowned for its biodiversity and serves as a haven for migratory birds during winter.


The appearance of the black-headed Ibis this year adds to the sanctuary’s significance, drawing attention to the ongoing efforts in wildlife preservation and conservation.


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