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American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

Photo by Stephanie R.
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Description:

The American oystercatcher is a large shore bird with a black head, red beak, brown back, and white underside.

Habitat:

Can be found along shores and marshes of North and South America and rarely ventures inland.

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