Red-necked Avocet

Poliocephalus rufopectus

The Red-necked Avocet (Poliocephalus rufopectus) is a striking wader with a distinctively upturned bill. This species is characterized by its black and white plumage, with a rusty-red head and neck. It is known for its elegant and graceful appearance as it forages in shallow waters for aquatic invertebrates. The Red-necked Avocet is a social bird, often found in small flocks, and is known for its distinctive high-pitched calls. This species breeds in shallow wetlands and coastal salt marshes, and migrates to coastal estuaries and mudflats during the non-breeding season.

Habitat: Coastal wetlands and estuaries