There are few birds that capture the rugged spirit of British Columbia's coastline quite like the Black Oystercatcher. Dressed in rich black plumage with a vibrant orange bill and striking golden eye, this unmistakable shorebird spends its life along wave-washed rocks, carefully searching the intertidal zone for mussels, limpets, and other marine invertebrates. Despite its bold appearance, it can often disappear against the dark shoreline until the brilliant orange of its bill catches the light.

I photographed this individual near Victoria, British Columbia, during a calm moment between the tides. Perched confidently on a single rock as gentle waves flowed around its feet, it seemed perfectly at home in the ever-changing intertidal zone. Their patience, resilience, and remarkable adaptation to life on the rocky coast make every encounter feel memorable.

Orange Bill celebrates the wild beauty of Canada's Pacific coastline and one of its most iconic shorebirds. Whether you've spent time exploring the rocky beaches of Vancouver Island or simply appreciate the unique wildlife of the Salish Sea, this limited-edition photograph brings the timeless character of the coast into your home.