Sooty Oystercatcher
Haematopus fuliginosus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="haematopus-fuliginosus"></birdfyi-bird>The Sooty Oystercatcher (Haematopus fuliginosus) is a bird species in the family Haematopodidae (oystercatchers), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 56.6 cm and a weight of 737.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Sooty Oystercatcher (Haematopus fuliginosus) is a large 40–47 cm all-black oystercatcher of Australian coastlines. Uniform sooty-black plumage; orange-red bill; pinkish legs. Inhabits rocky coasts, offshore islands, and rocky headlands around the entire Australian continent. Feeds on molluscs, echinoderms, and worms.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 56,6 cm | 22.3 in |
| الوزن | 737,4 g | 26.01 oz |
Habitat & Range
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السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: SC.
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التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| الفصيلة | Haematopodidae (Oystercatchers) |
| Genus | Haematopus |
| الأنواع | Haematopus fuliginosus |
Distribution
Sooty Oystercatcher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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