Phalacrocoracidae

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Family: Phalacrocoracidae

Group: Bird, Species

Scientific NameCommon NameSummary
Brandt's CormorantBrandt's CormorantPresumed to occur across far southern southeast from late fall through early spring. Breeding colonies have been observed on small islands off the outer coast. Apparently not recorded from inside waters north of Ketchikan. Most reports are from late fall through early spring in the Ketchikan area where they are considered Uncommon in this season. Spring reports of single birds from Sitka in several recent years.
Double-crested CormorantDouble-crested Cormorant
Pelagic CormorantPelagic Cormorant
Red-faced CormorantRed-faced Cormorant