Birds of Ireland: Oystercatcher

If you can spot a large group of waders 'wheeling' over an estuary it can be a great sight
Oystercatchers in full flight near Marlogue in County Cork. Picture: David Keane

Oystercatchers in full flight near Marlogue in County Cork. Picture: David Keane

Sun, 23 Mar, 2025 - 06:05
Jim Wilson and Mark Carmody

Oystercatcher (Roillach / Haemotopus ostralegus)

Oystercatchers are around 40-50cm long with a wingspan of 80-86cm.

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