Scarlet Ibis

Eudocimus ruber

The Scarlet Ibis is a striking wading bird with vibrant scarlet plumage, long legs, and a long, slender, curved bill. It is known for its stunning coloration, which results from its diet of crustaceans. These birds are often found in coastal regions, marshes, and mangroves, where they forage for food in shallow waters. Their unique coloration and graceful appearance make them a popular sight for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Scarlet Ibises are social birds and often gather in large flocks. They are known for their distinctive calls and elaborate courtship displays during the breeding season.

Habitat: Coastal regions, marshes, and mangroves

Scarlet Ibis

Tours where you can spot this bird

15-Day Birds of French Guiana with Hugo Foxonet
15-Day Birds of French Guiana with Hugo Foxonet
French Guiana / Cayenne Group tour 15 days | 0h

A small-group journey through French Guiana’s rainforests, coastal wetlands, savannas, rivers and mangroves, guided by local specialist Hu...

From 6300.00 EUR
Trinidad Birding Day Tour from Tobago
Trinidad Birding Day Tour from Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago / Tobago Private tour 12h

A full 12 hour Trinidad birding day from Tobago, combining Arima Valley / Asa Wright Nature Centre and an afternoon Caroni Swamp boat tour....

From 350.00 USD
Bird Photography Tour of Trinidad and Tobago with Faraaz Abdool
Bird Photography Tour of Trinidad and Tobago with Faraaz Abdool
Trinidad and Tobago / Trinidad and Tobago Group tour 0h

A January 2027 Trinidad and Tobago bird photography tour with Faraaz Abdool, focused on island specialties, tropical forest birds, wetland p...

From 0.00 USD
Custom Trinidad and Tobago Birding Package with Zee
Custom Trinidad and Tobago Birding Package with Zee
Trinidad and Tobago / Trinidad and Tobago Private tour 0h

An on-request custom Trinidad and Tobago birding package with Zolani "Zee" Frank, built around seabird, rainforest, coastline and wider isla...

From 0.00 USD
Trinidad and Tobago 10-Day Birding and Eco-Lodge Experience
Trinidad and Tobago 10-Day Birding and Eco-Lodge Experience
Trinidad and Tobago / Trinidad and Tobago Private tour 10 days | 0h

An on-request 10-day, two-island Trinidad and Tobago birding journey using eco-lodges and major birding hotspots from Caroni to Grande Rivie...

From 0.00 USD
Caroni Bird Sanctuary Kayaking Nature Tour
Caroni Bird Sanctuary Kayaking Nature Tour
Trinidad and Tobago / Caroni Group tour 1 day | 3h

A guided Caroni Swamp kayaking session with support boat, instructors and mangrove wildlife watching....

From 240.00 TTD
Sunrise Tour of Caroni Bird Sanctuary
Sunrise Tour of Caroni Bird Sanctuary
Trinidad and Tobago / Caroni Group tour 1 day | 2.5h

An early-morning Caroni Swamp boat outing for sunrise, Scarlet Ibis flight, flamingos and mangrove wildlife....

From 200.00 TTD
Signature Caroni Bird Sanctuary Boat Tour
Signature Caroni Bird Sanctuary Boat Tour
Trinidad and Tobago / Caroni Group tour 1 day | 2.5h

A classic late-afternoon boat tour through Caroni Swamp mangroves for Scarlet Ibis roosting, herons, egrets, caimans and wetland wildlife....

From 20.00 USD