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The Eurasian oystercatcher is the lightest on average, at 526 grams (1 pound 2 + 1 ⁄ 2 ounces), while the sooty oystercatcher is the heaviest, at 819 g (1 lb 13 oz). [11] The plumage of all species is either all-black, or black (or dark brown) on top and white underneath.
Whidbey Island hosts many festivals and celebrations throughout the year. Whidbey Island Area Fair ("Island County Fair" until 2012 [35]), on the third weekend of July, includes rides, food, and animal shows. Wag'n'Walk, which takes place towards the end of August, is Western Washington's premier celebration of dogs and things dog-related.
Oystercatcher Island is an island off the coast of Western Australia. [1] It is part of the Houtman Abrolhos. References This page was last edited on ...
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The variable oystercatcher has issues with disturbance from human activity which damages nests. [11] Habitat loss such as decreasing coastal dunes that provide essential breeding locations for the species are likely to have a large impact on all populations. Fishing nets and oil spills also pose threatening for the species. [8]
Greenly Island is an island in the Australian state of South Australia located in the Great Australian Bight about 30 kilometres (19 mi) west-south-west of Point Whidbey on Eyre Peninsula. The island is uninhabited by humans and provides a haven for marine and terrestrial wildlife. The island and its intertidal zone constitute the Greenly ...
The Central Whidbey Island Historic District, with the Sergeant Clark House and the Coupeville grain wharf, is part of the National Historical Reserve and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. [2] Other protected lands within the reserve include the Admiralty Inlet Natural Area Preserve.
Oak Harbor is a city located on Whidbey Island in Island County, Washington, United States. The population was 24,622 at the 2020 census . Oak Harbor was incorporated on May 14, 1915.