Avocet

Recurvirostra avosetta

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Brief #

Distinctive white wader with bold black markings and upturned bill.

Synonyms #

  • Avoceta común (Spanish)
  • Avoceta común (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Avocet is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Striking white wader with bold black markings. Adults have white plumage except for a black cap and black patches in the wings and on the back. They have long, upturned bills and long, bluish legs. Males and females look alike. The juvenile resembles the adult but with more greyish and sepia tones.

Measurements #

Length: 41 - 45 cm
Wingspan: 76 - 80 cm
Weight: 225 - 395 g