About the African Oystercatcher
The African Oystercatcher (Haematopus moquini) is a species of bird in the Oystercatchers family (Haematopodidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 12 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afroys1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Oystercatchers (Haematopodidae) |
| Species | Haematopus moquini |
| Species Codes | afroys1, AFOY, AFRI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Oystercatcher belong to?
The African Oystercatcher (Haematopus moquini) belongs to the Oystercatchers family (Haematopodidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the African Oystercatcher?
The African Oystercatcher is a member of the Oystercatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Oystercatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of African Oystercatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afroys1, or on iNaturalist.
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