Little Black Cormorant
Phalacrocorax sulcirostris
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Suliformes · Phalacrocoracidae
About
The little black cormorant is a member of the cormorant family of seabirds. It is common in smaller rivers and lakes throughout most areas of Australia and northern New Zealand, where it is known as the little black shag. It is around sixty centimetres long, and is all black with blue-green eyes.
Fun Fact
It is common in smaller rivers and lakes throughout most areas of Australia and northern New Zealand, where it is known as the little black shag.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in bodies of water inland and occasionally sheltered coastal areas.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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