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Little Cormorant
Microcarbo niger
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Least Concern
Envergure
39,3 cm
Poids
442,5 g
Famille
Phalacrocoracidae
Ordre
Suliformes
À propos
50–55 cm. Small; all dark glossy black; orange facial skin; short crest in breeding. Widespread across South and Southeast Asia in freshwater lakes, rivers, and estuaries. Feeds on small fish. Commonly seen perched with wings outstretched drying plumage.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 39,3 cm | 15.5 in |
| Poids | 442,5 g | 15.61 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Taille de la couvée
2-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Famille | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Microcarbo |
| Espèces | Microcarbo niger |
Distribution
Little Cormorant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Little Cormorant endangered?
The Little Cormorant has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Little Cormorant?
The Little Cormorant has a wingspan of 39.3 cm, weight of 442.5 g.
What order and family does the Little Cormorant belong to?
The Little Cormorant (Microcarbo niger) belongs to the order Suliformes and the family Phalacrocoracidae.
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Vulnerable