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Black-necked Stilt – South Padre Island, TX
The Black-necked Stilt (Himantopus mexicanus) glides through shallow water at South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center. Its long pink legs and sharp bill create a striking coastal silhouette. This species prefers calm wetlands, where it feeds on small aquatic insects. The reflective water often doubles its elegant form, creating stunning viewing moments. Birders visiting…
