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Eurasian Oystercatcher

Haematopus ostralegus

Least Concern

About

Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (6 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)

Species

Haematopus ostralegus (Eurasian Oystercatcher)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ミヤコドリ

Chinese 蛎鹬

Spanish Ostrero euroasiático

French huîtrier pie

German Austernfischer

Portuguese ostraceiro

Russian Кулик-сорока

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African Oystercatcher

Haematopus moquini

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American Oystercatcher

Haematopus palliatus

Least Concern

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Blackish Oystercatcher

Haematopus ater

Least Concern

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Chatham Oystercatcher

Haematopus chathamensis

Endangered

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Magellanic Oystercatcher

Haematopus leucopodus

Least Concern

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Pied Oystercatcher

Haematopus longirostris

Least Concern

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Sooty Oystercatcher

Haematopus fuliginosus

Least Concern

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South Island Oystercatcher

Haematopus finschi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eurasian Oystercatcher?

The scientific name of Eurasian Oystercatcher is Haematopus ostralegus. It belongs to the genus Haematopus.

What is the conservation status of Eurasian Oystercatcher?

Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Eurasian Oystercatcher live?

Eurasian Oystercatcher is found in Found across Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does Eurasian Oystercatcher belong to?

Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) belongs to the genus Haematopus, which is part of the taxonomic family Haematopodidae.

Is Eurasian Oystercatcher endangered?

No, Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Eurasian Oystercatcher belong to?

Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Eurasian Oystercatcher?

The closest relatives of Eurasian Oystercatcher in the genus Haematopus include African Oystercatcher, American Oystercatcher, Blackish Oystercatcher, Chatham Oystercatcher, Magellanic Oystercatcher.