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Discussion in 'Wildlife Corner' started by wiseowl, Jan 19, 2007.

  1. wiseowl

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    Took this pic today,can anyone tell me what bird this is.The Black and White one with the red beak.

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    Hello WOO

    It's an Oystercatcher

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    We have them round our way quite a lot :cool:
     
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    Aren't they striking birds? We saw hundreds (and I'm NOT exaggerating!) on the beaches on the outer hebrides - what a sight!! And curlews too, and a few other waders... I was reminded of that this week, while driving along the M9, I saw a field full of curlews! Quite unmistakeable....

    http://www.rspb.org.uk/birds/guide/c/curlew/index.asp
     
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    Thanks HoneyB,dendro.First one I,ever seen round here.Many thanks.
     
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