Cape Cormorant

Phalacrocorax capensis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Suliformes · Phalacrocoracidae

About

The Cape cormorant, also known as the Cape shag, is a member of the cormorant family. It is endemic to the southwestern coast of Africa, and classified as "Endangered" by the IUCN. The Cape cormorant is most closely related to the great cormorant and Japanese cormorant.

Fun Fact

The Cape cormorant is most closely related to the great cormorant and Japanese cormorant.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Prey are pelagic schooling fish, such as anchovies, pilchards, and mackerel.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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