Скачать или смотреть Black and white plumage, a striking orange beak: the eye-catching oystercatcher.

The Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) is a large, conspicuous shorebird found across Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. Recognizable by its striking black and white plumage, the oystercatcher also has a long, bright orange-red beak and pinkish legs. It typically inhabits coastal areas, estuaries, and mudflats, where it feeds primarily on mollusks such as mussels and cockles, which it skillfully pries open with its strong beak. In addition to mollusks, it may consume worms, crustaceans, and insects. The Eurasian Oystercatcher is known for its loud, high-pitched calls and territorial behavior during the breeding season. It nests on the ground, often in shingle or rocky areas, laying 2-4 eggs in a simple scrape. While its population is generally stable, it faces threats from habitat loss, pollution, and climate change.