South Island Oystercatcher vs Eurasian Oystercatcher
Haematopus finschi compared with Haematopus ostralegus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | South Island Oystercatcher | Eurasian Oystercatcher |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haematopus finschi | Haematopus ostralegus |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Haematopodidae | Haematopodidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 50.4 cm (19.8 in) | 50.1 cm (19.7 in) |
| Weight | 534.25 g (18.85 oz) | 600.0 g (21.16 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
South Island Oystercatcher only
Eurasian Oystercatcher only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
South Island Oystercatcher
Near Threatened
Eurasian Oystercatcher
About These Birds
South Island Oystercatcher
South Island Oystercatcher (Haematopus finschi) is a large 44–49 cm oystercatcher endemic to New Zealand. Black above, white below; orange-red bill; pinkish legs. Breeds on braided riverbeds of South Island; winters on North Island and Stewart Island tidal flats. The only New Zealand oystercatcher that migrates between islands.
Eurasian Oystercatcher
Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) is a large 40–48 cm, familiar black and white shorebird of Eurasia and Africa. Black upperparts and breast; white underparts; long orange-red bill; pink legs. Inhabits rocky and sandy coasts, tidal mudflats, and inland rivers. Migratory; winters in Africa and Southern Europe.