Pied Avocet Recurvirostra avosetta. It is perhaps one of the easiest species to identify and distinguish with its unique features. It is a relatively large, elegant white dominant, pied shore bird. When flocks on the water are seen from a distance, they resemble small-sized seagulls. Its crown, nape and upturned thin beak are black. In flight, the black stripes on its white wings stand out, the underwing is completely white except for the black wing tip, and its turquoise legs extend back from its tail. It holds its wings rigidly in flight, and the wings flash as if they are flapping. In the young, the black parts of the adult are brownish, and the white underneath is dirty spotted. It moves with continuous and elegant steps while walking, and lowers its head when feeding in shallow water. It travels in flocks throughout the year.
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