American Oystercatcher
Haematopus palliatus
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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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Chiều Dài Sải Cánh | 49,4 cm | 19.4 in |
| Khối Lượng | 590,6666666666666 g | 20.84 oz |
Habitat & Range
Tình Trạng Bảo Tồn
Hành Vi & Sinh Sản
Làm Tổ
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 24-29 days. Fledging: 35-45 days.
Số Trứng
1-6
Phân Loại Học
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Bộ | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Họ | Haematopodidae (Oystercatchers) |
| Genus | Haematopus |
| Loài | Haematopus palliatus |
Distribution
American Oystercatcher has been recorded in 4 countries.
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