OYSTERCATCHER (Haematopus ostralegus) looking for prey at the edge of a freshwater lake near the sea, Caithness, Scotland, UK.

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This oystercatcher is one of a family of 2 adults and 2 chicks. They have chosen to nest in an area protected by an otter proof fence. Lots of other birds are nesting in this protected area.

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Size: 4896px × 3264px
Location: Caithness, Scotland, UK.
Photo credit: © Roy Waller / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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