Andean Avocet
Recurvirostra andina
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Least Concern
Wingspan
47.8 cm
Weight
325.25 g
Family
Recurvirostridae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Andean Avocet (Recurvirostra andina) is a large 44–47 cm avocet of high-altitude Andean salt lakes. White body with black wings; all-white head; long upturned bill; bluish-grey legs. Restricted to saline and alkaline lakes above 3,500 m in Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. Feeds on invertebrates by sweeping bill.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 47.8 cm | 18.8 in |
| Weight | 325.25 g | 11.47 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SA.
Clutch Size
4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Recurvirostridae (Avocets & Stilts) |
| Genus | Recurvirostra |
| Species | Recurvirostra andina |
Distribution
Andean Avocet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Andean Avocet endangered?
The Andean Avocet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Andean Avocet nest?
Nest type: SA.
How big is the Andean Avocet?
The Andean Avocet has a wingspan of 47.8 cm, weight of 325.25 g.
What order and family does the Andean Avocet belong to?
The Andean Avocet (Recurvirostra andina) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Recurvirostridae.
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