Genus Haematopus (Noun)
Meaning
Oystercatchers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Eurasian oystercatcher is a large, conspicuous bird of the genus Haematopus.
- The genus Haematopus consists of around 12 species of oystercatchers, with various distributions worldwide.
- In Australia, the Sooty oystercatcher and the Pied oystercatcher both belong to the genus Haematopus.
- Birdwatchers are often on the lookout for the various species within the genus Haematopus, as oystercatchers can be difficult to distinguish.
- Oystercatchers of the genus Haematopus are generally found in coastal areas, including beaches, mudflats, and rocky shores.