About the Pied Oystercatcher
The Pied Oystercatcher (Haematopus longirostris) 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 pieoys1 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 longirostris |
| Species Codes | pieoys1, PIOY, APOY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied Oystercatcher belong to?
The Pied Oystercatcher (Haematopus longirostris) belongs to the Oystercatchers family (Haematopodidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Pied Oystercatcher?
The Pied 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 Pied Oystercatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied Oystercatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pieoys1, or on iNaturalist.