Haematopus ostralegus
Oystercatcher
Haematopus ostralegus, Oystercatcher, is a sea shore bird that has migrated inland during the last 50 years. They are found on the River Ure, Redmire, in spring and may also be spotted on the moor. They feed on invertebrates.
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Flight
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Oystercatcher pair
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Oystercatchers on river
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Oystercatchers on river
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Oystercatchers on river
Photograph detail
Slide 1: Haematopus ostralegus, Oystercatcher. Pair on pool in Redmire Quarry. April.
Slide 2: Haematopus ostralegus, Oystercatcher. Pair on pool in Redmire Quarry. April.
Slide 3: Haematopus ostralegus, Oystercatcher. Pair on River Ure, West Wood, Redmire. April.
Slide 4: Haematopus ostralegus, Oystercatcher. Pair on River Ure, West Wood, Redmire. April.
Slide 5: Haematopus ostralegus, Oystercatcher. Pair on River Ure, West Wood, Redmire. April.