Black-necked Stilt
Where to spot
Widespread across North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean. Inhabits shallow freshwater, brackish, and saline wetlands, including marshes, lagoons, and estuaries.
How to spot
Look for its tall, slender black and white body with exceptionally long pink legs. They are often conspicuous in shallow water, wading gracefully while probing for food. Listen for their loud, repetitive 'yipping' calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident in many southern areas, migratory in northern ranges. Best observed during breeding season (spring/summer) at wetland colonies.
Where to spot
Widespread across North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean. Inhabits shallow freshwater, brackish, and saline wetlands, including marshes, lagoons, and estuaries.
How to spot
Look for its tall, slender black and white body with exceptionally long pink legs. They are often conspicuous in shallow water, wading gracefully while probing for food. Listen for their loud, repetitive 'yipping' calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident in many southern areas, migratory in northern ranges. Best observed during breeding season (spring/summer) at wetland colonies.
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Credits:
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
These stilts are known for their loud, yelping calls, which they often use in alarm, creating a cacophony at wetland breeding colonies.
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