Chatham Islands Oystercatcher vs Sooty Oystercatcher
Haematopus chathamensis compared with Haematopus fuliginosus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Chatham Islands Oystercatcher | Sooty Oystercatcher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematopus chathamensis | Haematopus fuliginosus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Haematopodidae | Haematopodidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 50.4 cm (19.8 in) | 56.6 cm (22.3 in) |
| Weight | 580.0 g (20.46 oz) | 737.4 g (26.01 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Chatham Islands Oystercatcher
Least Concern
Sooty Oystercatcher
About These Birds
Chatham Islands Oystercatcher
Chatham Islands Oystercatcher (Haematopus chathamensis) is a large 47–49 cm oystercatcher endemic to the Chatham Islands, New Zealand. Black and white patterning; orange-red bill; pink legs. Critically Endangered; world population only ~440 birds. Inhabits rocky shores and sandy beaches on the Chatham Islands.
Sooty Oystercatcher
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.