We have a number of Glossy Ibis that enjoy the grounds around the complex where we live. The one afternoon I decided to see how close I could get to them and catch a couple of shots. I followed them around for what seemed like an age (was probably only about ten minutes :-)). They flew away from me a couple of times but always settled somewhere that I could approach them again. I was closing in on this pair when the one closest to me decided the two metres that separated us was a little two short. He hopped from the railing nearest to me towards his mate and provided me with a clear display of why they are known as the Glossy Ibis.