Chatham Islands Oystercatcher

Chatham Islands Oystercatcher

Haematopus chathamensis

Endangered

Aves · Charadriiformes · Haematopodidae

About

The Chatham Islands oystercatcher or tōrea tai (Māori), formerly known as the Chatham oystercatcher, is a species of oystercatcher. It is a wading bird endemic to the Chatham Islands, New Zealand. This species is rated by the IUCN as endangered, and has a current population of 310 to 325 birds. The main threat is from introduced predators.

Fun Fact

This species is rated by the IUCN as endangered, and has a current population of 310 to 325 birds (2004 census).

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on molluscs and marine worms, digging them out of the sand with its beak and hammering the shells to open them.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease