About the Variable Oystercatcher
The variable oystercatcher is a species of wader in the family Haematopodidae. It is endemic to New Zealand. The Māori name is tōrea-pango. They are also known as 'red bills'.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Oystercatchers (Haematopodidae) |
| Species | Haematopus unicolor |
| Species Codes | varoys1, VAOY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Variable Oystercatcher belong to?
The Variable Oystercatcher (Haematopus unicolor) belongs to the Oystercatchers family (Haematopodidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Variable Oystercatcher?
The variable oystercatcher is a species of wader in the family Haematopodidae. It is endemic to New Zealand. The Māori name is tōrea-pango. They are also known as 'red bills'....
Where can I report a Variable Oystercatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Variable Oystercatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code varoys1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Charadriiformes
Order
12
Species in Family
9,134
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