About the Reed Cormorant
The reed cormorant, also known as the long-tailed cormorant, is a bird in the cormorant family Phalacrocoracidae. It breeds in much of Africa south of the Sahara, and Madagascar. It is resident but undertakes some seasonal movements.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes |
| Family | Cormorants and Shags (Phalacrocoracidae) |
| Species | Microcarbo africanus |
| Species Codes | lotcor1, RECO, LTCO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Reed Cormorant belong to?
The Reed Cormorant (Microcarbo africanus) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Reed Cormorant?
The reed cormorant, also known as the long-tailed cormorant, is a bird in the cormorant family Phalacrocoracidae. It breeds in much of Africa south of the Sahara, and Madagascar. It is resident but undertakes some seasonal movements....
Where can I report a Reed Cormorant sighting?
You can log sightings of Reed Cormorant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lotcor1, or on iNaturalist.
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