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Oyster Catcher

Haematopus ostralegus

Description:

The different species of oystercatcher show little variation in shape or appearance. The plumage of all species is either all-black, or black (or dark brown) on top and white underneath.

Habitat:

They are found on coasts worldwide apart from the polar regions and some tropical regions of Africa and South East Asia.

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LisaGrant
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LisaGrant

Ireland

Spotted on Apr 24, 2011
Submitted on May 28, 2011

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