European Shag
Gulosus aristotelis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="gulosus-aristotelis"></birdfyi-bird>The European Shag (Gulosus aristotelis) is a bird species in the family Phalacrocoracidae (cormorants & shags), within the order Suliformes (boobies & cormorants). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 52.5 cm and a weight of 1.8 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 52,5 cm | 20.7 in |
| Poids | 1777,25 g | 62.69 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30-31 days. Fledging: 53 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Famille | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Gulosus |
| Espèces | Gulosus aristotelis |
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Foire aux questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phalacrocoracidae family