Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus)

Introduction

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Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus)

Image: © Maigheach-gheal Taken: 18 May 2008

Both sexes are alike. This bird is feeding on the common beside the A94.

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Image Location

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Latitude
56.549983
Longitude
-3.261546