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An Oystercatcher, (Haematopus ostralegus), which is listed as Near Threatened (NT) on the International Union for Conservation of Nature's (IUCN) Red List of endangered species, is seen at Kocacay Delta in Bursa, Turkiye on July 23, 2024. These birds visit the region during migration periods, distinguished by their red beaks and eyes, black-and-white plumage, and distinctive calls. The delta is significant for wildlife due to its floodplain forests, lagoons, and extensive sandbanks. Designated as a protected zone under the “Ecological Impact Zone” category because of its wetland ecosystem, this area is home to thousands of birds from both migratory and resident species. (Photo by Alper Tuydes/Anadolu via Getty Images)
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