American Avocet
Recurvirostra americana
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Recurvirostridae
About
The American avocet is a large wader in the avocet and stilt family, Recurvirostridae, found in North America. It spends much of its time foraging in shallow water or on mud flats, often sweeping its bill from side to side in water as it seeks crustacean and insect prey.
Fun Fact
It spends much of its time foraging in shallow water or on mud flats, often sweeping its bill from side to side in water as it seeks crustacean and insect prey.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found across most of the United States until extirpated from the East Coast.
Diet
Eat brine shrimp but switch mainly to consuming brine flies.
Lifespan
15 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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