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Sooty Oystercatcher
Haematopus fuliginosus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
56.6 cm
Weight
737.4 g
Family
Haematopodidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 56.6 cm | 22.3 in |
| Weight | 737.4 g | 26.01 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Haematopodidae (Oystercatchers) |
| Genus | Haematopus |
| Species | Haematopus fuliginosus |
Distribution
Sooty Oystercatcher has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Sooty Oystercatcher endangered?
The Sooty Oystercatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Sooty Oystercatcher nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Sooty Oystercatcher?
The Sooty Oystercatcher has a wingspan of 56.6 cm, weight of 737.4 g.
What order and family does the Sooty Oystercatcher belong to?
The Sooty Oystercatcher (Haematopus fuliginosus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Haematopodidae.
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