WoRMS taxon details
basis of record
Urban, E. K.; Fry, C. H.; Keith, S. (1986). The Birds of Africa, Volume II. <em>Academic Press, London.</em> [details]
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Description Length: 38-41 cm. Plumage: white; back, scapulars and outer webs of primaries black. Immature like adult but brownish grey replaces black; crown and tail grey. Bare parts: iris red in breeding, brown non-breeding; bill black; feet and legs blue-grey to greyish white. Habitat: seashores, tidal mudflats, estuaries, coral reefs. Breeds N.E.. Africa. <389><391><393> [details]
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