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Haematopus palliates
The shorebird is marked by a black and white body with a long, thick orange beak which it uses to pry open bivalve molluscs. It is about 19 inches (42 – 52 cm) in length. In the USA, the species is not protected under the Endangered Species Act. However, oystercatchers are listed as a species of concern in several states because of low and declining populations, and threats to coastal habitats, including development and recreational use of nesting beaches.
Atlantic Ocean shore
Spotted on Sep 6, 2012
Submitted on Sep 16, 2012
7 Comments
Thanks, Berndt and nexttogone!
Very good series.
Thanks, Stian and CIndy!
Nice series, Maria!
Great pictures Maria!
Thanks, Jeannette!
Great series :)