The spotted shag or parekareka (Stictocarbo punctatus) is a species of cormorant endemic to New Zealand. These ones are nesting.

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The spotted shag or parekareka (Stictocarbo punctatus) is a species of cormorant endemic to New Zealand. These ones are nesting on a wharf.

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Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Photo credit: © Diarmuid / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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