Black-necked Stilt 

Himantopus mexicanus 

• RANGE: Black-necked stilt can be found in the southern and western United States to South America. As migratory birds, their range varies by time of year. 
• HABITAT: They are found in in shallow water including coastal wetlands, marshes, and lakes. 
• DIET: Their diet is made up of seeds, aquatic invertebrates, insects, and fish. 
• SIZE: Black-necked stilt are 13 to 17 inches long and have a wingspan of about 26 inches. 

• LOCATION IN ZOO: Tropical Rainforest 
• CONSERVATION STATUS: Black-necked stilt are classified as Least Concern. Their populations appear to be stable and even increasing in some areas.