Hadada Ibis
Call & Sounds
Hadada Ibis (Bostrychia hagedash)
The Hadada Ibis (Bostrychia hagedash) is a small species of ibis found throughout sub-Saharan Africa. This species is named for its loud calls which are most often heard at dusk and dawn. It is also known as the Hadeda Ibis.
What does a Hadada Ibis sound like? The call of the Hadada Ibis is one of Africa’s most characteristic and raucous bird sounds – a harsh, nasal, trumpeting “haa-haa-de-dah”. Variations of these calls are common, such as the single note drawn-out ‘haaah’. These frequently heard sounds are often given when the ibis are in flight or are alarmed.
Listen to some examples of Hadada Ibis calls and sounds below.
Listen to Hadada Ibis Sounds
The audio in the video below features the typical loud harsh “haa-haa-de-dah” calls of the Hadada Ibis in flight. Recorded in the Soutpansberg ranges, South Africa.
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