About the South Island Oystercatcher
The South Island Oystercatcher (Haematopus finschi) 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 soioys1 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 finschi |
| Species Codes | soioys1, SIOY, SIPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the South Island Oystercatcher belong to?
The South Island Oystercatcher (Haematopus finschi) belongs to the Oystercatchers family (Haematopodidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the South Island Oystercatcher?
The South Island 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 South Island Oystercatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of South Island Oystercatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soioys1, or on iNaturalist.