About the Blackish Oystercatcher
The Blackish Oystercatcher (Haematopus ater) 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 blaoys1 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 ater |
| Species Codes | blaoys1, BLOY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blackish Oystercatcher belong to?
The Blackish Oystercatcher (Haematopus ater) belongs to the Oystercatchers family (Haematopodidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Blackish Oystercatcher?
The Blackish 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 Blackish Oystercatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Blackish Oystercatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blaoys1, or on iNaturalist.