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Sooty Oystercatcher

Haematopus fuliginosus

Description:

The Sooty Oystercatcher is a striking black shorebird with a long red bill, red eye and pink legs. Young birds are duller and browner. It is often seen with the similar Pied Oystercatcher and is only found in coastal areas.

Habitat:

Rocky seashore.

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TonyMarkham
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TonyMarkham

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

Spotted on Jul 22, 2013
Submitted on Aug 23, 2013

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