New Zealand King Shag
New Zealand King Shag
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The New Zealand King Shag is a large, striking cormorant endemic to the Marlborough Sounds of New Zealand. It is distinguished by its white underparts, dark back, and prominent crests and facial markings during breeding.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand. Inhabits rocky coasts and sheltered waters of the sounds.
How to spot
Observation requires a visit to the Marlborough Sounds. Look for its large size, white underparts, dark upperparts, and especially the distinct white patches on its face, crests, and sometimes a white patch on the lower back during breeding. Often seen fishing in the sounds or perched on rocks.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round within its very restricted range. Breeding typically occurs during the austral winter and spring.
Where to spot
Endemic to the Marlborough Sounds, South Island, New Zealand. Inhabits rocky coasts and sheltered waters of the sounds.
How to spot
Observation requires a visit to the Marlborough Sounds. Look for its large size, white underparts, dark upperparts, and especially the distinct white patches on its face, crests, and sometimes a white patch on the lower back during breeding. Often seen fishing in the sounds or perched on rocks.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round within its very restricted range. Breeding typically occurs during the austral winter and spring.
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This rare shag has one of the most restricted distributions of any cormorant, breeding only at three small sites in the Marlborough Sounds.
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