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Europe
Great Cormorant
Phalacrocorax carbo
About this species
Bird-watchers in Europe often spot the Great Cormorant in coastal settings. This Phalacrocoracidae species is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
The Great Cormorant is part of the order Suliformes and the Phalacrocoracidae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Europe.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Phalacrocoracidae family and Suliformes order.