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Snowy Sheathbill

Chionis albus

Classification

Class
Aves
Family
Chionidae

The snowy sheathbill (Chionis albus), also known as the greater sheathbill, pale-faced sheathbill, and paddy, is one of two species of sheathbill. It is usually found on the ground. It is the only land bird native to the Antarctic continent.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
Brazil · 39