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Bank Cormorant
Phalacrocorax neglectus
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Endangered
Wingspan
52.2 cm
Weight
1930.0 g
Family
Phalacrocoracidae
Order
Suliformes
About
76 cm. Dark sooty-brown; bare-faced; yellow at gape. Endemic to South Africa and Namibia coast; Near Threatened. Breeds on rocky islands and coastal cliffs. Feeds on fish in the cold Benguela upwelling. Does not venture far from breeding colonies; very restricted coastal range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 52.2 cm | 20.6 in |
| Weight | 1930.0 g | 68.08 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 29-30 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Family | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Phalacrocorax |
| Species | Phalacrocorax neglectus |
Distribution
Bank Cormorant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Bank Cormorant endangered?
The Bank Cormorant has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Bank Cormorant nest?
Incubation: 29-30 days.
How big is the Bank Cormorant?
The Bank Cormorant has a wingspan of 52.2 cm, weight of 1930.0 g.
What order and family does the Bank Cormorant belong to?
The Bank Cormorant (Phalacrocorax neglectus) belongs to the order Suliformes and the family Phalacrocoracidae.
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