An American Oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus); a black and white shorebird with a bright orange beak; stands on a sandy beach with waves crashing i

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An American Oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus); a black and white shorebird with a bright orange beak; stands on a sandy beach with waves crashing in the background. The bird is looking down at the sand; seemingly searching for food. It has one leg extended forward; as if stepping onto a small rock. The ocean is a blur of blue and white; creating a beautiful backdrop for the scene.

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Size: 4316px × 3084px
Location: Mexico
Photo credit: © Rachel Kolokoff Hopper / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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