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Cape Cormorant
Phalacrocorax capensis
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Endangered
Wingspan
50.6 cm
Weight
1223.75 g
Family
Phalacrocoracidae
Order
Suliformes
About
63 cm. All-black with glossy blue-green; bare orange facial skin. Breeds colonially on South African and Namibian islands. Endangered; severe decline due to competition with purse-seine anchovy fisheries and El Niño events. Feeds on anchovy and sardine in Benguela Current.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 50.6 cm | 19.9 in |
| Weight | 1223.75 g | 43.17 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 22-28 days. Fledging: 63 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Family | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Phalacrocorax |
| Species | Phalacrocorax capensis |
Distribution
Cape Cormorant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cape Cormorant endangered?
The Cape Cormorant has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Cape Cormorant nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 22-28 days. Fledging: 63 days.
How big is the Cape Cormorant?
The Cape Cormorant has a wingspan of 50.6 cm, weight of 1223.75 g.
What order and family does the Cape Cormorant belong to?
The Cape Cormorant (Phalacrocorax capensis) belongs to the order Suliformes and the family Phalacrocoracidae.
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