Fascinating African Black Oystercatcher on the coast of South Africa (00003814)
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Description: The African Black Oystercatcher (Haematopus moquini) is the only species of oystercatchers that breeds in Africa. This rare endemic coastal bird in South Africa is acutely threatened by extinction. Despite 75 percent of the world population of the African Black Oystercatcher residing in South Africa and along the coast of Namibia, less than 500 breeding pairs were counted in 2001. The species is listed on the red list, calling for immediate protective measures.
Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 13.05.2001