Little Pied Cormorant
Microcarbo melanoleucos
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<birdfyi-bird slug="microcarbo-melanoleucos"></birdfyi-bird>The Little Pied Cormorant (Microcarbo melanoleucos) is a bird species in the family Phalacrocoracidae (cormoranes), within the order Suliformes (piqueros y cormoranes). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 43.8 cm and a weight of 743.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 43,8 cm | 17.2 in |
| Peso | 743,5 g | 26.23 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservación
Comportamiento y reproducción
Tamaño de la puesta
3-5
Taxonomía
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Orden | Suliformes (Piqueros y Cormoranes) |
| Familia | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormoranes) |
| Genus | Microcarbo |
| Especies | Microcarbo melanoleucos |
Distribution
Little Pied Cormorant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phalacrocoracidae family