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Cape Cormorant

Phalacrocorax capensis

Endangered

About

The Cape Cormorant (Phalacrocorax capensis) is a species in the genus Phalacrocorax. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Aves (นก)

Order

Suliformes (Suliformes)

Species

Phalacrocorax capensis (Cape Cormorant)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese キノドハナグロウ

Chinese 南非鸕鷀

Spanish Cormorán de El Cabo

French Cormoran du Cap

German Kapscharbe

Portuguese corvo-marinho-do-cabo

Russian Капский баклан

Similar Species in Phalacrocorax

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นกกาน้ำปากยาว

Phalacrocorax fuscicollis

Double-crested Cormorant

Phalacrocorax auritus

Least Concern

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Neotropic Cormorant

Phalacrocorax brasilianus

Least Concern

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Spotted Shag

Phalacrocorax punctatus

Least Concern

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Japanese Cormorant

Phalacrocorax capillatus

Least Concern

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Black-faced Cormorant

Phalacrocorax fuscescens

Least Concern

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Bank Cormorant

Phalacrocorax neglectus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cape Cormorant?

The scientific name of Cape Cormorant is Phalacrocorax capensis. It belongs to the genus Phalacrocorax.

What is the conservation status of Cape Cormorant?

Cape Cormorant (Phalacrocorax capensis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cape Cormorant live?

Cape Cormorant is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Cape Cormorant belong to?

Cape Cormorant (Phalacrocorax capensis) belongs to the genus Phalacrocorax, which is part of the taxonomic family Phalacrocoracidae.

Is Cape Cormorant endangered?

Yes, Cape Cormorant (Phalacrocorax capensis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Cape Cormorant belong to?

Cape Cormorant (Phalacrocorax capensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Cape Cormorant?

The closest relatives of Cape Cormorant in the genus Phalacrocorax include นกกาน้ำปากยาว, นกกาน้ำใหญ่, Double-crested Cormorant, Neotropic Cormorant, Japanese Cormorant.