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Leucocarbo melanogenis

Leucocarbo melanogenis

Classification

Class
Aves

The Crozet shag (Leucocarbo melanogenis), also known as the South Georgia cormorant, is a marine cormorant native to the Crozet, Prince Edward and Marion islands in the South Atlantic Ocean. Characteristics The Crozet shag is a member of the blue-eyed shags group. It has slightly different plumage from other members of its group and occupies a highly specific range, which is why it is recognized as its own species.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
France · 16