Wading alongside its reflection,
the Black-necked Stilt
steps delicately, yet deliberately
with pink, spindly legs.
Its black needle beak
pierces the smooth surface,
probes the silt beneath
like efficient tweezers,
advances in shallow water
with knobby knees
on pink stilts.
© 2021 Richard Havenga
Photo Locations:
1, 2, 3, & 4. Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch - Gilbert, Arizona
