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Himantopus mexicanus
Black back with white underparts, long bill and orange legs.
This species is very common to see during the whole year round in ponds and lakeshores of central Mexico.
We call it "Avoceta" or "Monjita"
Spotted on Nov 11, 2011
Submitted on Dec 8, 2011
5 Comments
Beautiful,,
Oh beautiful picture! And a gorgeous bird :) I love the rippled reflection in the water!
Fantastic shot!
Beautiful!
charming and elegant!