Black-necked Stilt at Florida

Florida's low-lying peninsula, fringed by the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico and threaded with freshwater marshes and cypress, provides the kind of open, wader-friendly ground where Black-necked Stilts can be found. Their long, spindly pink legs and bold black-and-white plumage stand out sharply against these marshland settings, offering a rewarding subject for those working the water's edge. Photographers travelling on the Florida Ospreys holiday, typically run in April, may encounter this species while exploring the region's wetland habitats. A tripod and a bit of patience at the marsh margins should give you the best chance of a clean, well-lit study of this striking bird.