Sacred Ibis Collection

Mummified sacred ibis, partially unwrapped
The sacred ibis, as well as the baboon, was linked to Thoth, god of the moon and writing. He was often represented as a man with the head of an ibis

Australian White Ibis Threskiornis molucca (Sacred Ibis) Cairns Queensland Australia

South Africa, Cape Town. Sacred ibis bird in flight

Feeding the Sacred Ibis in the Halls of Karnak, 1871. Artist: Poynter, Edward John (1836-1919)
Feeding the Sacred Ibis in the Halls of Karnak, 1871. Private Collection

Animals and plants of the Valley of the Nile (colour litho)
3101068 Animals and plants of the Valley of the Nile (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Animals and plants of the Valley of the Nile: Nile Crocodile)

Grallatores, Wading Birds (colour litho)
6016777 Grallatores, Wading Birds (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grallatores, Wading Birds)

Scarlet Ibis, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999287 Scarlet Ibis, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Scarlet Ibis, 1864 (colour litho)
999027 Scarlet Ibis, 1864 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der VAogel in ihren)

Sacred Ibis, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen &
Sacred Ibis, from the Birds of the Tropics series (N5) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1889

Preening adult Sacred Ibis, Gambia

Sacred Ibis in flight

Sacred Ibis Threskiornis aethiopicus Lake Nakuru Kenya

Threskiornis aethiopicus, sacred ibis skeleton
Plate 52 from a paper published by Georges Cuvier in 1804

Sacred Ibis. Threskiornis Aethiopica

Sacred Ibis Birds Tropics series N38 Allen & Ginter Cigarettes
Artokoloro

Sacred Ibis Birds Tropics series N5 Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands
Artokoloro

Africa, Kenya. Pair of sacred ibis birds stand on limbs
Kenya. Pair of sacred ibis birds stand on limbs. Credit as: Joanne Williams / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Sacred Ibis

Sacred Ibis

Ibis, brown plumage, black neck and head, standing on one leg in open grassland, scratching its bill with its foot, side view

Group of Sacred Ibis, Threskiornis aethiopicus, large black and white birds, one all-black, standing in stream, reflecting on waters surface, grassy bank in background

Sacred Ibis standing in shallow stream, white body with black head, beak and tail, bird reflected in calm blue water

Sacred Ibis in flight near Kamieskroon, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Wild Sacred ibis (Threskiornis aethiopicus) on mangrove swamp mudflats, Guandu, Taiwan

1812 Egyptian Ibis & Cuviers evolution 1812 Egyptian Ibis & Cuviers evolution
Composite of three plates (by Balzac) from Cuviers " Ossamens Fossiles" 1812. Left - a mummy skeleton from Thebes, middle - the modern sacred ibis

Mummified Ibis & Cuviers evolution Mummified Ibis & Cuviers evolution
Mummified Ibis Head from Egypt (Ptolemaic period 305-30 B.C.) together with English translations of Cuviers " Revolutions of the Surface of the Globe"

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The sacred ibis, also known as the Australian White Ibis Threskiornis molucca, is a magnificent bird found in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. With its striking white plumage and long curved beak, it stands out among other wading birds. Feeding the Sacred Ibis in the Halls of Karnak is a captivating artwork by Edward John Poynter from 1871. This painting depicts the ancient Egyptians honoring these majestic creatures within their temple walls. The Valley of the Nile has been home to various animals and plants for centuries. The sacred ibis is one such species that thrives in this fertile land. A colorful lithograph showcases these beautiful birds alongside other wading birds found in this region. The Scarlet Ibis, with its vibrant red feathers, captivated artists throughout history. Colored engravings and lithographs from different eras depict this stunning bird's elegance and grace. In Allen &'s Birds of the Tropics series (N5), a detailed illustration of They are be seen. This series aims to showcase tropical avian diversity through intricate artwork. Beyond Australia and Egypt, Kenya also boasts sightings of these remarkable creatures. A pair of sacred ibises perched on limbs exemplifies their presence in African landscapes. "The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature" features an engraving capturing a moment between two sacred ibises amidst lush surroundings—a testament to nature's wonders preserved through artistry. For those interested in anatomy, a skeleton image reveals Threskiornis aethiopicus' intricate structure—the foundation behind their graceful movements and unique adaptations. A preening adult Sacred Ibis photographed in Gambia highlights their meticulous grooming habits while maintaining their pristine appearance even after flight or feeding sessions. Speaking of flight, witnessing a Sacred Ibis soaring across open skies evokes awe-inspiring moments where freedom meets natural beauty—an experience that truly captures the essence of these magnificent creatures.