marine-life

Cormorant on the Moors

Phalacrocorax carbo

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Best monthsAll year

The encounter

A dark waterbird often seen perched on harbour posts, rocks or buoys drying its wings.

Quick ID — at a glance

Marine life

Best time of day

Morning and afternoon

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Seen year-round along estuaries and rocky coastlines.

Best time to see them

When to look for Cormorant

Seen year-round along estuaries and rocky coastlines.

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Best time of day: Morning and afternoon

Through the seasons

Spring

Peak season

Mar · Apr · May

Summer

Peak season

Jun · Jul · Aug

Autumn

Peak season

Sep · Oct · Nov

Winter

Peak season

Dec · Jan · Feb

Community sightings

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Printable field notes

A reference sheet for this species — identification, best months, habitat and spotting tips.

Authoritative resources

Wildlife Trusts — Marine Life Marine Conservation Society Cornwall Wildlife Trust — Marine Devon Wildlife Trust — Coast & Sea

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