Faroe Islands 2019 Europa - National Birds, Eurasian Oystercatcher

Faroe Islands · 2019 · 19 kr

This stamp features the Eurasian Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus), the national bird of the Faroe Islands, known locally as the Tjaldur. The design, part of the 2019 Europa series with the theme 'National Birds', shows the distinctive black-and-white shorebird in its natural coastal habitat. The bird's return in spring is a celebrated event, heralding the arrival of warmer weather.

Issued as part of the annual Europa stamp series, this stamp highlights the cultural and natural heritage of the Faroe Islands by showcasing its national bird, a symbol of Faroese identity and the changing seasons.