Black-necked Stilts are shorebirds that live in western and southern parts of the United States, as well as parts of Central America and South America. The prefer wetlands, rice fields, salt ponds, and other similar habitat.
Black-necked Stilts forage for food by probing their long beaks into mudflats, shorelines, and other shallow waters. They primarily feed on aquatic invertebrates.
Their long red legs are especially distinctive. They have striking black and white plumage.
Meet the Black-necked Stilt: Nature’s Noisy Neighbor At Birdorable, we love capturing the unique personalities of birds in our designs, and our latest creation, added recently and being highlighted as our Avocet & Stilt Week comes to a close, is no exception! The Black-necked Stilt is a bird that... Read more »
There are six species of stilt in the world. Here at Birdorable, as part of Avocet & Stilt Week, we're introducing four new to our family. These will be joining the two existing Birdorable stilts -- and completing the family! Read more »
Among the ten total global species of avocets and stilts, wading birds that are members of the Recurvirostridae family, there are a lot of interesting information and fascinating facts. Following our Amazing Adaptations post, here are some more facts about these long-legged birds. Read more »
We’re excited to announce four new Birdorable coloring pages for Avocet & Stilt Week. This family of birds is known for their long legs, slender bills, and striking plumage, making them a favorite among bird enthusiasts. Whether you’re a fan of avocets or stilts (or both!), you’ll love... Read more »
