The family Recurvirostridae is a group of birds commonly known as avocets and stilts. Avocets are long-legged shorebirds with an upturned bill, while stilts have even longer legs and a straight bill. The word "avocet" comes from the Latin word "avis" meaning bird and "oculus" meaning eye, while "stilt" comes from the Old English word "stiltan" meaning to raise up. These birds are found in wetlands and mudflats around the world and are known for their striking plumage and unique feeding behaviors. Other synonyms for the family Recurvirostridae include the avocet-stilt family, the wading birds family, and the shorebird family.