Rare glossy ibis visitor spotted in part of Scotland for first time

Glossy ibis were spotted at RSPB Baron’s Haugh earlier in October (David Marland/PA) -

A rare glossy ibis has been spotted in a part of Scotland for the first time after a recent influx elsewhere in the country.

The glossy ibis is usually a rare visitor to the UK and is more commonly found in the hot climates of Asia, Africa, South America, Australia and warmer parts of Europe.