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American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

Description:

The American Oystercatcher, occasionally called the American Pied Oystercatcher, is a member of family Haematopodidae. The bird is marked by its black and white body and a long, thick orange beak. This shorebird is approximately 19 inches in length.

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2 Comments

Cody.conway
Cody.conway 11 years ago

Thanks Mona!

Mona Pirih
Mona Pirih 11 years ago

Stunning !!!

Cody.conway
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Cody.conway

Texas, USA

Spotted on Apr 23, 2013
Submitted on Apr 23, 2013

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