
critically endangered
leucocarbo onslowiESA Categories -birds
chatham island shag
National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
chatham island shag, chatham shag, chatham islands shag
Regions
New ZealandAustralia
Population
Approximately 10,000 individuals
Habitat
Coastal rocky cliffs and islands with access to marine environments.
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
6, and 20
Regions
New Zealand, Australia
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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