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Pied Shag NZ. (17296982972)

Image of Phalacrocorax Brisson 1760

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Summary[edit] Description: The Australian Pied Cormorant, Phalacrocorax varius, also known as the Pied Cormorant or Pied Shag, is a medium-sized member of the cormorant family. It is found around the coasts of Australasia One-third of the world’s shag species are found in New Zealand, where they are icons of lake and coastal landscapes. The diverse shorelines and rich marine and freshwater resources offer many habitats for these elegant, straight-flying birds. Date: 8 March 2011, 11:07. Source: Pied Shag NZ.. Author: Bernard Spragg. NZ from Christchurch, New Zealand. Camera location43° 48′ 29.1″ S, 172° 57′ 52.67″ E View all coordinates using: OpenStreetMap-43.808083; 172.964630.

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