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American Avocet

Recurvirostra americana

Description:

Adult Description Large shorebird. Long legs. Long, upturned bill. Black-and-white upperparts. Rusty or gray neck and head.

Habitat:

Shallow fresh and saltwater wetlands.

Notes:

It was thrilling to see these birds so far from their summer range. They only stayed a day, but got lucky enough to see them.

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Nature Nerd

Wisconsin, USA

Spotted on Jul 31, 2015
Submitted on Aug 4, 2015

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