Eurasian Oystercatcher
Eurasian Oystercatcher
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The Eurasian Oystercatcher is a striking and vocal wader, easily recognized by its bold black-and-white plumage, long orange-red bill, and pink legs. It is a common and charismatic sight on coastal shores.
Where to spot
Common along the coasts of Europe, Asia, and Africa, particularly in estuaries, mudflats, rocky shores, and sandy beaches. Inland populations also exist along rivers and lakes.
How to spot
Look for its unmistakable black-and-white pattern and bright orange bill. Listen for its loud, piping 'klee-eep' or 'pic-pic-pic' calls, especially when flying or agitated. Observe its unique foraging techniques on shorelines.
When to spot
Year-round in many parts of its range. Best observed during low tide when they are actively feeding on exposed mudflats. The breeding season (spring/early summer) offers opportunities to see nesting behavior and courtship displays.
Where to spot
Common along the coasts of Europe, Asia, and Africa, particularly in estuaries, mudflats, rocky shores, and sandy beaches. Inland populations also exist along rivers and lakes.
How to spot
Look for its unmistakable black-and-white pattern and bright orange bill. Listen for its loud, piping 'klee-eep' or 'pic-pic-pic' calls, especially when flying or agitated. Observe its unique foraging techniques on shorelines.
When to spot
Year-round in many parts of its range. Best observed during low tide when they are actively feeding on exposed mudflats. The breeding season (spring/early summer) offers opportunities to see nesting behavior and courtship displays.
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Despite its name, the Eurasian Oystercatcher's specialized bill is used for prying open a wide variety of shellfish and probing for worms, not just oysters. It can even slice adductor muscles of bivalves to open them.
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Eurasian Oystercatcher
Hoogland, Utrecht
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Drie scholeksters, waaronder een jong, die dankzij regen eindelijk genieten van vochtig grasveld in Park Schothorst.
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