European Shag vs Little Pied Cormorant
Gulosus aristotelis compared with Microcarbo melanoleucos
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | European Shag | Little Pied Cormorant |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gulosus aristotelis | Microcarbo melanoleucos |
| Order | Suliformes | Suliformes |
| Family | Phalacrocoracidae | Phalacrocoracidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 52.5 cm (20.7 in) | 43.8 cm (17.2 in) |
| Weight | 1777.25 g (62.69 oz) | 743.5 g (26.23 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-6 | 3-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
European Shag
Least Concern
Little Pied Cormorant
About These Birds
European Shag
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.
Little Pied Cormorant
55–65 cm. White-faced with black cap; white underparts; dark back. Widespread in Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific islands in coastal and freshwater habitats. Feeds on small fish and invertebrates. Colonial breeder in trees or cliffs near water.