Macquarie Shag
Macquarie Shag
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The Macquarie Shag is a robust cormorant endemic to Macquarie Island in the Southern Ocean. It is a member of the Imperial Shag group, distinguished by its black upperparts, white underparts, and distinctive facial features.
Where to spot
Endemic to Macquarie Island, a subantarctic island between New Zealand and Antarctica. Forages in the coastal waters surrounding the island.
How to spot
Observation is challenging and generally restricted to scientific expeditions to Macquarie Island. Look for its black upperparts, white underparts, and during breeding, a black crest and prominent orange-yellow facial caruncles.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round within its very restricted range. Breeding occurs during the austral spring and summer.
Where to spot
Endemic to Macquarie Island, a subantarctic island between New Zealand and Antarctica. Forages in the coastal waters surrounding the island.
How to spot
Observation is challenging and generally restricted to scientific expeditions to Macquarie Island. Look for its black upperparts, white underparts, and during breeding, a black crest and prominent orange-yellow facial caruncles.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round within its very restricted range. Breeding occurs during the austral spring and summer.
During the breeding season, this shag develops a striking black crest and prominent orange-yellow facial caruncles, enhancing its display.
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