About the Pitt Island Shag
The Pitt Island Shag (Phalacrocorax featherstoni) is a species of bird in the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), within the order Suliformes. This family contains 34 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code piisha1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Suliformes |
| Family | Cormorants and Shags (Phalacrocoracidae) |
| Species | Phalacrocorax featherstoni |
| Species Codes | piisha1, PISH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pitt Island Shag belong to?
The Pitt Island Shag (Phalacrocorax featherstoni) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Pitt Island Shag?
The Pitt Island Shag is a member of the Cormorants and Shags family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Pitt Island Shag sighting?
You can log sightings of Pitt Island Shag on eBird (ebird.org) using species code piisha1, or on iNaturalist.