Cormorán de la Pitt vs Cormorán Totinegro

The Pitt Island Shag and the Little Black Cormorant can be distinguished primarily by their distribution and habitat preferences. The Pitt Island Shag is endemic to the Chatham Islands, while the Little Black Cormorant is found across mainland Australia and parts of New Zealand. Observing the location is key to identification.

Check the location: Pitt Island Shag is only found on the Chatham Islands, while the Little Black Cormorant is more widespread in Australia and New Zealand.

Pitt Island Shag is restricted to the Chatham Islands, often found along rocky coastlines. In contrast, the Little Black Cormorant inhabits a wider range across mainland Australia and parts of New Zealand, frequenting freshwater and coastal environments.