About the Sooty Oystercatcher
The Sooty Oystercatcher (Haematopus fuliginosus) 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 soooys1 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 fuliginosus |
| Species Codes | soooys1, SOOY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sooty Oystercatcher belong to?
The Sooty Oystercatcher (Haematopus fuliginosus) belongs to the Oystercatchers family (Haematopodidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Sooty Oystercatcher?
The Sooty 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 Sooty Oystercatcher sighting?
You can log sightings of Sooty Oystercatcher on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soooys1, or on iNaturalist.