Little Black Cormorant

Little Black Cormorant

Phalacrocorax sulcirostris

Least Concern

Aves · 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