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Blackish Oystercatcher
Haematopus ater
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Least Concern
Envergure
50,9 cm
Poids
717,5 g
Famille
Haematopodidae
Ordre
Charadriiformes
À propos
Blackish Oystercatcher (Haematopus ater) is a large 42–46 cm entirely dark oystercatcher of the Pacific coast of South America. Sooty black-brown plumage; orange-red bill; pale pinkish legs. Inhabits rocky coasts and offshore islands from Peru south through Chile to Tierra del Fuego and the Falkland Islands.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 50,9 cm | 20.0 in |
| Poids | 717,5 g | 25.31 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC.
Taille de la couvée
1-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Haematopodidae (Oystercatchers) |
| Genus | Haematopus |
| Espèces | Haematopus ater |
Distribution
Blackish Oystercatcher has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Blackish Oystercatcher endangered?
The Blackish Oystercatcher has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Blackish Oystercatcher nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Blackish Oystercatcher?
The Blackish Oystercatcher has a wingspan of 50.9 cm, weight of 717.5 g.
What order and family does the Blackish Oystercatcher belong to?
The Blackish Oystercatcher (Haematopus ater) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Haematopodidae.
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