Does the roseate spoonbill have a backbone?

Yes, the roseate spoonbill (Platalea ajaja) has a backbone. In fact, all birds, including the roseate spoonbill, are vertebrates, which means they have a backbone, or vertebral column. The backbone of the roseate spoonbill, and other birds, consists of a series of small bones called vertebrae that are stacked on top of each other. These vertebrae protect the bird's spinal cord and nerves, and provide support for the bird's head, neck, and body. Without a backbone, the roseate spoonbill would not be able to withstand the force of gravity and would simply collapse.