South Island Oystercatcher vs American Oystercatcher
Haematopus finschi comparé à Haematopus palliatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | South Island Oystercatcher | American Oystercatcher |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Haematopus finschi | Haematopus palliatus |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Famille | Haematopodidae | Haematopodidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 50,4 cm (19.8 in) | 49,4 cm (19.4 in) |
| Poids | 534,25 g (18.85 oz) | 590,6666666666666 g (20.84 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 1-3 | 1-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Habitats partagés
South Island Oystercatcher only
American Oystercatcher only
Aucun(e)
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
South Island Oystercatcher
Least Concern
American 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.
American Oystercatcher
American Oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus) is a large 40–48 cm boldly patterned shorebird of the Americas. Black head and upper breast; brown back; white underparts; orange-red bill; pale pink legs. Inhabits sandy beaches, estuaries, and mudflats along both coasts of North and South America. Feeds on oysters, mussels, and marine invertebrates.