Magellanic Cormorant

Leucocarbo magellanicus

Least Concern

Aves · Suliformes · Phalacrocoracidae

About

The rock shag, also known as the Magellanic cormorant, is a marine cormorant found around the southernmost coasts of South America. Its breeding range is from around Valdivia, Chile, south to Cape Horn and Tierra del Fuego, and north to Punta Tombo in Argentina. In winter it is seen further north, with individuals reaching as far as Santiago, Chile on the west coast and Uruguay on the east. The birds also breed around the coasts of the Falkland Islands.

Fun Fact

Its breeding range is from around Valdivia, Chile, south to Cape Horn and Tierra del Fuego, and north to Punta Tombo in Argentina.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Ranges are different since the imperial shag tends to dive in deeper water, further out from shore.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance