Avocet
/ˈævəset/
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Pro Tip 1/3Bird Family
Avocets belong to the wader family, living near water. 
We learned about waders like avocets in biology class.
Pro Tip 2/3Habitat Specific
Use 'avocet' when describing birds near shores or wetlands. 
The marshland was home to a flock of avocets.
Pro Tip 3/3Distinctive Features
Mention 'avocet' when talking about birds with thin, upcurved bills. 
The bird's long, upcurved bill identified it as an avocet.