Birds of Cuba Search Box
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Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Black-necked Stilt
Échasse d'Amérique
Himantopus mexicanus
Information, images and range maps on over 400 birds of Cuba
Life, Habitat & Pictures of the Black-necked Stilt
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14" 35.6cm | 29" 73.7cm | 6oz 170g | Recurvirostridae | Himantopus mexicanus |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Black-necked Stilt is one of the most attractive shorebirds seen in North America. This black and white bird, with long pinkish-red legs and a long thin neck makes for a wonderful sight. It is seen more in the warmer US states, but small numbers are seen in the Canadian prairie provinces. It is also a native shorebird to the islands in the Caribbean.