| Stilt, Hawaiian (ae'o) | |||
| Genus | Himantopus | ||
| Species | mexicanus (himantopus) | ||
| Subspecies | knudseni | ||
| Status | Endangered | ||
| Number Left | 2000 | ||
| Habitat | Islands | ||
| Distribution | United States (Hawaii) | ||
| Length | 16 inches (41 cm) | ||
| Weight | 12 ounces (340 grams) | ||
| Behavior | Hawaiian stilts live in colonies on the island mudflats. These nests are shallow depressions in the ground, lined with stones, twigs, and other debris. | ||
| Breeding | When stilt chicks hatch, their downy feathers given them good camouflage with their surroundings. Shortly after hatching, the chicks are able to walk and find their own food. | ||
| No. of Young | 4 | ||
| Conservation | In 1940 there were fewer than 1000 stilts living in Hawaii, but luckily the number has increased because of protective laws. | ||
| Interesting Facts | The Hawaiian stilt is related to the black-necked stilt, a common North American bird. | ||
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