Socotra Cormorant
Phalacrocorax nigrogularis
The Socotra Cormorant (Phalacrocorax nigrogularis) is a rare cormorants and shag found in 9 countries, weighing about 1.8 kg. The Socotra cormorant is a threatened species of cormorant that is endemic to the Persian Gulf and the south-east coast of the Arabian Peninsula.
About the Socotra Cormorant
The Socotra cormorant is a threatened species of cormorant that is endemic to the Persian Gulf and the south-east coast of the Arabian Peninsula. It is also sometimes known as the Socotran cormorant or, more rarely, as the Socotra shag. Individuals occasionally migrate as far west as the Red Sea coast. Despite its name, it was only confirmed in 2005 that it breeds on the Socotra islands in the Indian Ocean.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Djibouti.
When to see it
The Socotra Cormorant can be seen all year round, with peak activity in November. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Socotra Cormorant look like?
- The Socotra cormorant is a threatened species of cormorant that is endemic to the Persian Gulf and the south-east coast of the Arabian Peninsula.
- How big is a Socotra Cormorant?
- The Socotra Cormorant is a huge sized bird weighing about 1.8 kg.
- Where can you see a Socotra Cormorant?
- The Socotra Cormorant occurs in 9 countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.
- What birds look similar to a Socotra Cormorant?
- The Socotra Cormorant is most easily confused with the Bank Cormorant, the Japanese Cormorant and the Pitt Shag.
- Is the Socotra Cormorant endangered?
- The Socotra Cormorant is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
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