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2.2.4.14 Seabird breeding localities on the KwaZulu-Natal coast
south of Richards Bay
Author: David G Allan
Abstract:
Along the coast of KwaZulu-Natal, White-breasted Cormorants (Phalacrocorax lucidus) are known to have bred at nine localities between
Port Edward and St Kitts. All colonies had ≤ c. 30 pairs. At least four colonies are no longer extant.
Introduction:
South of Richards Bay, White-breasted Cormorants (Phalacrocorax lucidus) are known to have bred at nine localities along the KwaZulu-
Natal (KZN) coast (Figure 1). These are briefly described below, commencing in the southwest of KZN.
B
St Kitts
St Lucia Zimbali Lake Sappi Stanger
Simbithi Eco Estate
Richards Bay
B
A
Durban
Port Edward estuary
A
Port Edward
Mount Edgecombe dam
Durban Quarry
Durban
Durban Bay
Clairwood Racecourse
Figure 1. A map of the southern KwaZulu-Natal coast showing the nine localities where White-breasted Cormorants have bred
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