StatusNative
RarityCommon
Height50 cm
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"Oystercatchers show remarkable bill adaptations-those that specialize in mussels develop blunter bills, while those that feed mainly on worms have longer, more pointed bills."
Field Guide
Pied Oystercatcher
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The Australian Pied Oystercatcher is a bold black-and-white shorebird found along nearly all of Australia’s coastlines, except for stretches of unbroken sea cliffs such as the Great Australian Bight. Readily identified by its striking colouration and long, bright orange-red bill, this species is a familiar but wary presence on sandy beaches, mudflats, and estuaries. While widespread, it remains sensitive to human disturbance.
Distribution Map
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