Eurasian Oystercatcher
BirdLife International. 2019. Haematopus ostralegus. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2019: e.T22693613A154998347. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2019-3.RLTS.T22693613A154998347.en. Accessed on 17 July 2026.
Conservation Challenges Faced by this Species:
Lothian, Scotland
Oystercatcher populations are declining due to over-fishing of benthic shellfish resulting in the disappearance of mussels and cockle beds, which are their main prey. Habitat degradation, pollution and human disturbance from construction apply further pressure to the species. Agriculture is also expanding causing reduced breeding success due to grazing and agrochemicals. Climate change combines to increase coastal erosion and flooding which can in turn further habitat loss.
Certified Wildlife Friendly® Entities Protecting this Species:
Seilich, Scotland
Wildlife Friendly® Products Helping to Protect this Species:
Hydrosols, Face Mists, Room Mists