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Campbell Island Shag
Leucocarbo campbelli
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
52.2 cm
Weight
1820.0 g
Family
Phalacrocoracidae
Order
Suliformes
About
63 cm. Black and white pied shag; orange facial caruncles. Endemic to Campbell Island, New Zealand subantarctic. Vulnerable with total population of only a few hundred. Feeds on fish and invertebrates; nests on coastal cliff ledges in small colonies.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 52.2 cm | 20.6 in |
| Weight | 1820.0 g | 64.20 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Family | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Leucocarbo |
| Species | Leucocarbo campbelli |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Campbell Island Shag endangered?
The Campbell Island Shag has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Campbell Island Shag?
The Campbell Island Shag has a wingspan of 52.2 cm, weight of 1820.0 g.
What order and family does the Campbell Island Shag belong to?
The Campbell Island Shag (Leucocarbo campbelli) belongs to the order Suliformes and the family Phalacrocoracidae.
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