The Red-necked Avocet (Recurvirostra novaehollandiae) is a wonderful bird that is endemic to Australia. It can be found throughout much of Australia, but breeds (often in groups) on the edges of ephemeral lakes after heavy rain. This means that they can 'disappear' from an area for a while when they are breeding else where.
I found this birds (surprise, surprise) at the Werribee Sewage works where there were very busily feeding. I always find it strange just how well this species can swim.
I found this birds (surprise, surprise) at the Werribee Sewage works where there were very busily feeding. I always find it strange just how well this species can swim.
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These birds have fascinating beaks. Hope all is well, cheers Diane
ReplyDeleteThat is one gorgeous species!!!!! Avocets are amazing!
ReplyDeleteVery handsome birds! Yes, it is interesting to see them swimming, with those long legs propelling them.
ReplyDeleteThey've got quite the bill. Very interesting.
ReplyDeleteAvocets have such an amazing bill... and your shots are great!
ReplyDeleteThat’s quite a bill. Great photos!
ReplyDeleteA fabulous bird which I only have seen once in Australia. Thanks for hosting and have a great week.
ReplyDeleteWhat graceful beaks!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful birds! I have to visit Australia :-))
ReplyDeleteHari OM
ReplyDeleteTrue, one thinks of avocets always as depicted in your final shot, but they do look so elegant floating! YAM xx
It's a great looking bird and the images bring back great memories of our visit there together.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful long necks and beaks!
ReplyDeleteA fascinating bird. Great shots! Sorry I have been so absent!
ReplyDeleteBottoms up!!! Great pictures..interesting beak/bill.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! The last photo is my favorite
ReplyDeleteWe don't have those. They are quite striking!
ReplyDeleteTheir bills just freak me out.
ReplyDeleteI wonder if other birds think they are aliens.
Gorgeous
ReplyDeleteThose beaks are just wonderful!
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