About the Stewart Island Shag
The Stewart Island Shag (Leucocarbo chalconotus) 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 brosha1 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 | Leucocarbo chalconotus |
| Species Codes | brosha1, SISH, OTSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Stewart Island Shag belong to?
The Stewart Island Shag (Leucocarbo chalconotus) belongs to the Cormorants and Shags family (Phalacrocoracidae), in the order Suliformes.
How can I identify the Stewart Island Shag?
The Stewart 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 Stewart Island Shag sighting?
You can log sightings of Stewart Island Shag on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brosha1, or on iNaturalist.