Eurasian Oystercatcher
Haematopus ostralegus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="haematopus-ostralegus"></birdfyi-bird>The Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) is a bird species in the family Haematopodidae (oystercatchers), within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 50.1 cm and a weight of 600 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Tentang
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Rentang Sayap | 50,1 cm | 19.7 in |
| Berat | 600,0 g | 21.16 oz |
Habitat & Range
Status Konservasi
Perilaku & Berkembang Biak
Bersarang
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 24-35 days. Fledging: 33-35 days.
Ukuran Sarang
2-5
Taksonomi
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordo | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famili | Haematopodidae (Oystercatchers) |
| Genus | Haematopus |
| Spesies | Haematopus ostralegus |
Distribution
Eurasian Oystercatcher has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan
Is the Eurasian Oystercatcher endangered?
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Haematopodidae family