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Variable Oystercatcher
This Oystercatcher is trying to open the mussel, which it did with great efficiency!!
Habitat
Beach
Location
Te Awanga
Date taken
20 January 2014
Scientific name
Haematopus unicolor
Equipment used
Canon 60D + Canon 100-400 zoom lens
Staff member
Opus Editor
Supporter
They're so clever with those strong beaks, aren't they. A nice behavioural catch this Dick.
 

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New Zealand, Southern Oceans, Antarctica
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