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black cormorant,

Phalacrocorax carbo

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Field Notes

Description:

Mostly black/ brown, and has a white cheek. My guess is this is a juvenile one.

Habitat:

Along shore lines and estuaries.

Notes:

Naturally uncommon.

Reference Links:

Black shag | New Zealand Birds Online

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