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American Oystercatcher  American Oystercatcher,Geotagged,Haematopus palliatus,United States Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

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  1. Wonderful species introduction, first photo of this species on the site! Posted 11 years ago

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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.

Similar species: Shorebirds And Allies
Species identified by kickin01
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Uploaded Apr 4, 2014. Captured Mar 21, 2014 12:37 in 21 East Union Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA.
  • NIKON D5200
  • f/6.7
  • 1/2000s
  • ISO1600
  • 400mm