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European Shag
Gulosus aristotelis
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Least Concern
Wingspan
52.5 cm
Weight
1777.25 g
Family
Phalacrocoracidae
Order
Suliformes
About
68–78 cm, wingspan 95–110 cm. All-black with glossy green; short erect crest in breeding; yellow gape. Strictly marine; breeds on rocky coasts of western Europe and Mediterranean. Feeds on fish by diving in clear coastal waters. Vulnerable; threatened by oil spills and overfishing.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 52.5 cm | 20.7 in |
| Weight | 1777.25 g | 62.69 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30-31 days. Fledging: 53 days.
Clutch Size
1-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Family | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Gulosus |
| Species | Gulosus aristotelis |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the European Shag endangered?
The European Shag has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the European Shag nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30-31 days. Fledging: 53 days.
How big is the European Shag?
The European Shag has a wingspan of 52.5 cm, weight of 1777.25 g.
What order and family does the European Shag belong to?
The European Shag (Gulosus aristotelis) belongs to the order Suliformes and the family Phalacrocoracidae.
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