Of course, they say the same thing about New Jersey being a dull place. You can find Oystercatchers there too, and in good numbers, despite their endangered status. They’re a comical, almost Muppet-like species with their thick orange beaks and red eyes, unless you see them flying, and their calls sound exactly like squeaky toys. They’re among my favourite seasonal summer visitors, along with Laughing Gulls and Black Skimmers.