Bank Cormorant
Phalacrocorax neglectus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="phalacrocorax-neglectus"></birdfyi-bird>The Bank Cormorant (Phalacrocorax neglectus) is a bird species in the family Phalacrocoracidae (cormorants & shags), within the order Suliformes (boobies & cormorants). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 52.2 cm and a weight of 1.9 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 52,2 cm | 20.6 in |
| Poids | 1930,0 g | 68.08 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 29-30 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Suliformes (Boobies & Cormorants) |
| Famille | Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants & Shags) |
| Genus | Phalacrocorax |
| Espèces | Phalacrocorax neglectus |
Distribution
Bank Cormorant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phalacrocoracidae family