American Black Oystercatcher
Also known as: American Pied Oystercatcher
47 cm (19") Uncommon. Coastal beaches, tidal flats.
Black head. Large red straight bill. Brownish back, white underneath. Legs pinkish.
In flight: shows prominent white wing bar.
Song: noisy "kleep".
Also known as: American Pied Oystercatcher
47 cm (19") Uncommon. Coastal beaches, tidal flats.
Black head. Large red straight bill. Brownish back, white underneath. Legs pinkish.
In flight: shows prominent white wing bar.
Song: noisy "kleep".