Antarctic Shag
Leucocarbo bransfieldensis
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Not Evaluated
Weight
2780.0 g
Family
Phalacrocoracidae
Order
Suliformes
About
63–72 cm. Black above; white below; caruncles reduced compared to related shags. Breeds on the Antarctic Peninsula and associated islands. Feeds on fish in cold Antarctic coastal waters. One of the southernmost-breeding cormorants; largely sedentary around breeding colonies.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2780.0 g | 98.06 oz |
Habitat & Range
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 29 days. Fledging: 40-45 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Family | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Leucocarbo |
| Species | Leucocarbo bransfieldensis |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Antarctic Shag nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 29 days. Fledging: 40-45 days.
How big is the Antarctic Shag?
The Antarctic Shag has a weight of 2780.0 g.
What order and family does the Antarctic Shag belong to?
The Antarctic Shag (Leucocarbo bransfieldensis) belongs to the order Suliformes and the family Phalacrocoracidae.
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