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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Charadriiformes Haematopodidae

Magellanic Oystercatcher

Haematopus leucopodus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
46 cm
Body Mass
618 g
Diet
Aquatic prey
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 136

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 136).

DEF 102

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 102).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

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Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: South America: coastal and inland South-central Chile and South-central Argentina to Cape Horn and Falkland Is. Habitat: Coastal

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Haematopus leucopodus

Which family does it belong to?

Oystercatchers (Haematopodidae)

Where is it found?

South America: coastal and inland South-central Chile and South-central Argentina to Cape Horn and Falkland Is.

Sources & credits

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