Black-winged Stilt (Rooipootelsie)

Himantopus himantopus (295)

Zulu name: -

Other names: -

Equipment: Canon 40D, 100-400mm lens

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Black-winged Stilt
November 2009 West Coast National Park Adult in flight
Black-winged Stilt
September 2008 Marievale, Gauteng Adult in flight
Black-winged Stilt
August 2009 Implats Dam, North West Adult
Black-winged Stilt
April 2007 Marievale, Gauteng Adult

Experiences with species

Quite a common wader, stands out with its "pied" appearance and striking red legs. The juvenile has a dark cap and back of neck.