Blackish Oystercatcher

Oystercatchers 👁 56 views Updated 2026-11-01

Blackish Oystercatcher (<em>Haematopus ater</em>) is a species of Oystercatchers (<em>Haematopodidae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Overview

Blackish Oystercatcher (Haematopus ater) is a species of Oystercatchers (Haematopodidae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Haematopus; binomial: Haematopus ater; authority: Vieillot, 1825.

Distribution

Breeding range: South America. Non-breeding range: to coastal s Uruguay.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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