About the Black-winged Stilt
The Black-winged Stilt (Himantopus himantopus) is a species of bird in the Stilts and Avocets family (Recurvirostridae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 9 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bkwsti when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Stilts and Avocets (Recurvirostridae) |
| Species | Himantopus himantopus |
| Species Codes | bkwsti, BWST, EBWS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-winged Stilt belong to?
The Black-winged Stilt (Himantopus himantopus) belongs to the Stilts and Avocets family (Recurvirostridae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Black-winged Stilt?
The Black-winged Stilt is a member of the Stilts and Avocets family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-winged Stilt sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-winged Stilt on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bkwsti, or on iNaturalist.