Cape Cormorant

Phalacrocorax capensis

The Cape Cormorant, also known as the Cape Shag, is a seabird species native to the coasts of southern Africa. These birds are known for their distinctive black plumage and long, slender necks. They are highly adapted for diving and swimming, using their webbed feet to propel themselves underwater in search of fish and other prey. Cape Cormorants are social birds, often seen in large flocks along rocky shorelines and coastal cliffs. They are important indicators of marine ecosystem health and are vulnerable to threats such as overfishing and oil spills.

Habitat: Coastal areas and offshore islands