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 Sooty Oystercatcher: sootyoystercatcher ::
 Sooty Oystercatcher
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 Sooty Oystercatcher
 Size: 48cm  
 
 Habitat: Distributed around Australia's coastline, this bird frequents rocky coastal habitats feeding on crustaceans and molluscs, prying shells opens with its specially designed bill.   
 
 Notes: Black bird with red bill, eye ring and legs. Breeds Spring-Summer.
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