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Avocet

Avocet enjoys distinction over other birds due to its elegance and striking coloration. It has a black and white stripped pattern that runs over its wings and back. An adult Avocet is approximately 41-51 cm long and weighs about 300-420 grams. The bird has an estimated life span of 10-15 years.
Avocets are primarily carnivorous in nature. They consume aquatic invertebrates, insects, small crustaceans and seeds. They sometimes feed on small fish too. The bird has a long, upturned beak, which it oscillates at either side in water to catch the prey.
Avocets usually prefer watery habitats and reside near fresh water and salt-water marshlands, coastal areas and beaches. This bird is widely distributed on the bases of its species. For instance, Pied Avocet is largely found in Europe and Asia whereas, Pacific coast of North America is home to many American Avocets. Advertisement