A Black-winged Stilt gracefully wades through a shallow waterbody, its slender red legs reflected in the rippling water. The bird's elegant posture and striking black-and-white plumage contrast beautifully against the muddy, natural habitat.

Stock photo: A Black-winged Stilt gracefully wades through a shallow waterbody, its slender red legs reflected in the rippling water. The bird's elegant posture and striking black-and-white plumage contrast beautifully against the muddy, natural habitat. was taken by prashant_kariya .