Pied Stilt (4/13)

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This Pied Stilt is otherwise known as an Australasian Pied Stilt,  Black Winged Stilt or White-headed Stilt. It is not threatened. It’s a wading bird.

Nests are on the ground in a damp situation. Usually surrounded or by Water. Both adults will incubate the eggs that will hatch within 25 days. The chicks leave the nest when dry and can fly when 28-32 days. The parents continue to care for them to the end of the seasons migration.

Written by Pamela Moresby

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