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Discover the beauty and grace of the Black-winged Stilt (Himantopus himantopus) – one of nature’s most elegant wading birds. With its long pink legs, black-and-white plumage, and needle-like bill, this bird stands out in wetlands across the globe.  In this video, you'll learn:  What the Black-winged Stilt looks like  Where it lives and what it eats  Its breeding behavior and unique adaptations  Why it's important for wetland ecosystems  Perfect for bird lovers, nature enthusiasts, and wildlife documentary fans!  👍 Like the video if you love birds! 🔔 Subscribe for more amazing bird facts every week!  I hope you like the video of Black-winged Stilt | Amazing Wader Bird With Long Pink Legs.

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00:00The Black Wings Tilt is a graceful and striking wading bird, known for its extremely long,

00:06pink legs and slender, straight black bill.

00:08It has a distinctive appearance with contrasting black wings and back, and pure white head,

00:14neck and underparts.

00:15Males typically have a darker back than females, which may show brownish tones.

00:20The Black Wings Tilt measuring around 33-36 cm inland, with a wingspan of 67-83 cm.

00:28It has one of the longest leg-to-body ratios among birds, making it easy to identify in

00:34the wild.

00:35This bird prefers open wetlands such as shallow freshwater and saltwater lakes, marshes, ponds,

00:41rice paddies, and estuaries.

00:43It can also be found in artificial environments, like savage treatment ponds.

00:50The Black Wings Tilt is widely distributed across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia.

00:56While some populations are migratory, especially in colder regions, other remains in warmer

01:01areas year-round.

01:03The Black Wings Tilt feeds mostly on invertebrates including insects, crustaceans, small molchus,

01:10and occasionally small fish.

01:12It forages by wetting through shallow water, picking prey from the surface or just below

01:17with its sharp tail.

01:18Its long legs allow it to explore deeper water zones compared to many other wetters.

01:23During the breeding season, which varies depending on the region, these birds make a simple scrap

01:29nest on the ground near water.

01:31The female typically lays three to five eggs, which are uncommented by both parents.

01:36The chicks hatch with the ability to walk and feed themselves within hours, though they remain

01:41under parental care for protection.

01:44The Black Wings Tilt is currently listed as the least-concerned on the IUCN Red List,

01:50with a stable or even increasing population in some areas.

01:54However, like many wetland birds, it faces threats from habitats, destruction, water pollution,

02:00and human disturbance, especially during the nesting period.

02:03With its elegant posture, vivid black color, and distinctive call, the Black Wings Tilt is

02:08not only an important part of the wetland ecosystem, but also a favorite among birdwatchers and nature

02:15in theogistics around the world.

Black-winged Stilt | Amazing Wader Bird With Long Pink Legs

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