Stewart Island Shag
Stewart Island Shag
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The Stewart Island Shag is a medium-sized cormorant endemic to southern New Zealand, particularly around Stewart Island. It comes in two color morphs: a pied morph with white underparts and a bronze-black morph.
Where to spot
Endemic to the coastal waters of southern South Island, Stewart Island, and Foveaux Strait, New Zealand. Inhabits rocky coasts and sheltered bays.
How to spot
Look for its two color morphs: pied (white belly, dark back) and bronze-black (entirely dark). The pied morph has a distinctive white facial patch. Often seen fishing in coastal waters or perched on rocks. Observe from shore or boat trips around Stewart Island.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round within its restricted coastal range. Breeding typically occurs during the austral spring and summer.
Where to spot
Endemic to the coastal waters of southern South Island, Stewart Island, and Foveaux Strait, New Zealand. Inhabits rocky coasts and sheltered bays.
How to spot
Look for its two color morphs: pied (white belly, dark back) and bronze-black (entirely dark). The pied morph has a distinctive white facial patch. Often seen fishing in coastal waters or perched on rocks. Observe from shore or boat trips around Stewart Island.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round within its restricted coastal range. Breeding typically occurs during the austral spring and summer.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Unlike many cormorant species, the Stewart Island Shag has two distinct color morphs that coexist within the same population, offering unique identification challenges.
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