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Haematopus palliatus palliates
The American oystercatcher reaches a height of 17 to 21 inches (43 to 53 cm), with a 35-inch (89 cm) wingspan. Other distinguishing characteristics include an orange bill 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm) long, thick pink legs, bright yellow eyes with red rings around them, black or dark brown backs with black heads and necks, and white bellies and breasts and white stripes on their wings.
American oystercatchers prefer rocky, sandy or shell beaches, salt marshes and mudflats.
Spotted on Mar 4, 2013
Submitted on Mar 13, 2013
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