Little Shag New Zealand

by Joan Carroll

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Little Shag New Zealand

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Joan Carroll

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Photograph - Photography And Digital Art

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I thought I was one clever photographer, sneaking up on this little shag while he posed on the railing of a dock. But when I read more about shags (also known as cormorants), I learned that they are swift underwater swimmers, with a sharp hooked beak to help them catch fish and small crustaceans. After a bout of fishing, shags must spend a lot of time perched with their wings spread out, preening and drying their feathers. This is because their feathers are not waterproof, making it easier for them to dive and stay underwater, but it also means the birds quickly get waterlogged and cold and must dry off afterwards. So much for my cleverness. One-third of the world’s shag species are found in New Zealand, where they are icons of lake and coastal landscapes. Worldwide there are 36 species of shag and 12 of these are found in New Zealand. Shags are grouped according to their foot color. In this group is the little shag seen here.

Thank you for visiting my art galleries. If you love armchair traveling, feel free to indulge yourself in my many galleries! See more like this one in my New Zealand gallery at: https://joan-carroll.pixels.com/collections/new+zealand+and+australia

Or, if you are looking for a unique gift, you are sure to find it here! Art works are available in many styles and sizes. There are gifts for the home such as throw pillows/covers, tapestries, duvet covers, shower curtains, fleece blankets, and beach and bath towels. One-of-a-kind personal and fashion items include tote bags, phone cases, portable battery chargers, t-shirts and sweatshirts, mugs, yoga mats, and spiral notebooks.

All products are guaranteed. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

FEATURED PHOTO, 1000 Views group, 12/16/21

FEATURED PHOTO, Wildlife ONE A DAY group, 10/21/20

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New Zealand, shag, bird, black, white, little, wings, preening, drying, dock, railing,

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October 19th, 2020

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