- Avocet - Wikipedia
The genus Recurvirostra was introduced in 1758 by Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus in the 10th edition of his Systema Naturae to contain a single species, the pied avocet, Recurvirostra avosetta [4]
- American Avocet - All About Birds
<p>The American Avocet takes elegance to a new level This long-legged wader glides through shallow waters swishing its slender, upturned bill from side to side to catch aquatic invertebrates It dons a sophisticated look for summer with a black-and-white body and a rusty head and neck
- American Avocet | Audubon Field Guide
Around lake shores and tidal flats, especially in the wide-open spaces of the west, flocks of elegant American Avocets wade in the shallows They often feed while leaning forward, with the tips of their bills in the water and slightly open, filtering tiny food items from just below the surface
- American Avocet - Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
A common visitor to Oklahoma's wetlands, the American avocet is a striking bird with the ability to issue a series of call notes in response to predators that gradually changes pitch to simulate the Doppler effect and make its approach seem faster than it actually is
- American Avocet - eBird
Distinctive large shorebird with a long, thin, upturned bill Look for bold black-and-white wings and long blue-gray legs Breeding adults have buffy-orange wash on head and neck; grayish in winter Females have more sharply upturned bills than males
- Avocet | Wading Bird, Shorebird, Black-and-White | Britannica
Avocet, any of several large shorebirds belonging to the genus Recurvirostra, family Recurvirostridae Avocets have boldly contrasting plumage, long bluish legs, and a long black bill upturned at the tip
- Avocet: Characteristics, Diet, Facts More [Fact Sheet]
Renowned for their slender bodies and distinctive, upturned bills, avocets are a symbol of grace and elegance in the bird world In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the life of the avocet, providing an in-depth overview of its species, physical attributes, behavior, and much more
- Avocet Bird Facts (Recurvirostra avosetta) | Birdfact
The Avocet is the emblem of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) in the UK Avocet chicks can swim within hours of hatching but cannot fly for several weeks Their upturned bill is an adaptation that allows them to feed uniquely, unlike most other waders
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