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European Shag

Phalacrocorax aristotelis

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Suliformes (Suliformes)

Species

Phalacrocorax aristotelis (European Shag)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヨーロッパヒメウ

Chinese 欧鸬鹚

Spanish Cormorán Moñudo

French Cormoran huppé

German Krähenscharbe

Portuguese Corvo-marinho-de-crista

Russian Хохлатый баклан

Similar Species in Phalacrocorax

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Black-faced Cormorant

Phalacrocorax fuscescens

Least Concern

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Double-crested Cormorant

Phalacrocorax auritus

Least Concern

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Great Cormorant/European Shag

Phalacrocorax brasilianus

Least Concern

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Indian Cormorant

Phalacrocorax fuscicollis

Least Concern

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Japanese Cormorant

Phalacrocorax capillatus

Least Concern

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Spotted Shag

Phalacrocorax punctatus

Least Concern

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Bank Cormorant

Phalacrocorax neglectus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Shag?

The scientific name of European Shag is Phalacrocorax aristotelis. It belongs to the genus Phalacrocorax.

What is the conservation status of European Shag?

European Shag (Phalacrocorax aristotelis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European Shag live?

European Shag is found in Distributed across Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does European Shag belong to?

European Shag (Phalacrocorax aristotelis) belongs to the genus Phalacrocorax, which is part of the taxonomic family Phalacrocoracidae.

Is European Shag endangered?

Yes, European Shag (Phalacrocorax aristotelis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does European Shag belong to?

European Shag (Phalacrocorax aristotelis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of European Shag?

The closest relatives of European Shag in the genus Phalacrocorax include Bank Cormorant, Black-faced Cormorant, Double-crested Cormorant, Great Cormorant/European Shag, Neotropic Cormorant.