American Avocet - Eddie Owens
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Lake Crabtree County Park
Wake, North Carolina, United States
Media from this location Illustrated Checklist
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Map Coordinates: 35.8419736, -78.7977126
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Observation details

These large waders were unable to find suitable wading habitat - the mud/grass island was mostly submerged. They attempted landing there several times. They often landed in deep water, floated for a minute or two, and took off again, circling the lake. Long, thin upturned bills. Long grayish legs that extended beyond tail in flight. Black and white plumage. Photos & video link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Byfeg6HAydY

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