American Black Oystercatcher vs Pied Oystercatcher
Haematopus bachmani compared with Haematopus longirostris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American Black Oystercatcher | Pied Oystercatcher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematopus bachmani | Haematopus longirostris |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Haematopodidae | Haematopodidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 55.1 cm (21.7 in) |
| Weight | 600.25 g (21.17 oz) | 617.0 g (21.76 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
American Black Oystercatcher only
None
Pied Oystercatcher only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
American Black Oystercatcher
Least Concern
Pied Oystercatcher
About These Birds
American Black Oystercatcher
American Black Oystercatcher (Haematopus bachmani) is a large 42–47 cm all-dark oystercatcher of the Pacific coast of North America. Sooty black plumage; bright orange-red bill; pale pinkish legs; yellow eye with orange ring. Inhabits rocky coasts and offshore islands from Alaska south to Baja California. Feeds on mussels, limpets, and barnacles.
Pied Oystercatcher
Pied Oystercatcher (Haematopus longirostris) is a large 40–47 cm oystercatcher of Australia and New Guinea. Black and white patterning; bright orange-red bill; pink legs; orange eye ring. Inhabits sandy beaches, estuaries, and tidal flats around Australian coastline. Common and familiar beach bird.