The Roseate Spoonbill (Ajaja ajaja) is a striking wading bird known for its vibrant pink plumage and distinctive spoon-shaped bill. It inhabits marshes, swamps, and coastal lagoons across the Americas, primarily feeding on crustaceans and small fish. Its sweeping bill motion is unique for foraging.

The Roseate Spoonbill (Ajaja ajaja) is native to the Americas, primarily found in the southeastern United States, Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of South America. Its range extends from the Gulf Coast of the United States down through Mexico, Central America, and into northern and central South America, including countries such as Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Brazil.

The Roseate Spoonbill typically inhabits warm, shallow coastal waters, including estuaries, mangroves, and tidal flats. It is also found in freshwater marshes and wetlands. These environments provide the spoonbill with abundant food resources and suitable nesting sites. The climate in these regions is generally tropical or subtropical, with high humidity and temperatures conducive to supporting diverse wetland ecosystems.

The Roseate Spoonbill occupies a niche as a wading bird, feeding primarily on small fish, crustaceans, and aquatic insects. Its distinctive spoon-shaped bill is adapted for sifting through mud and shallow water to capture prey. The species plays an important role in the ecosystem by helping to control fish and invertebrate populations and contributing to nutrient cycling in wetland environments.