Oystercatchers, known for sharp bills and beady eyes, are making a comeback thanks to conservation

Mongabay
Jul 20, 2026, 11:27 am70 ptsTrending
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (AP) — A shorebird known for its sharp, orange bill and beady eyes is making a comeback in North America thanks to a yearslong conservation effort. The American Oystercatcher was nearly wiped out on the East Coast at the turn of the 20th century due to hunting and egg collecting. But the…

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