Birds Around Las Vegas, Wildlife Around Las Vegas
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General Description: Black-necked Stilts (Himantopus mexicanus) are long-legged wading birds that are black over white with reddish legs. Favored Habitat: Shallow marshes and mudflats with barren islands for resting and breeding. |
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Where to Find: Around Las Vegas, look for this species at the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, the Pahranagat Valley, and the Overton Wildlife Management Area. Comments: Summer breeders in our area. |
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 Black-necked Stilt feeding while two American Avocets sleep |
 Black-necked Stilt feeding in typical habitat at the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve. |
 A Black-necked Stilt walks an erratic path in shallow water while foraging for tiny bugs on the surface. |
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