Statements (204)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:bird
gptkb:Cat |
| gptkbp:activities |
moderate to high
|
| gptkbp:activity_pattern |
Crepuscular
|
| gptkbp:adaptation |
webbed feet for swimming
|
| gptkbp:adaptations |
Camouflage
webbed feet for swimming |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
high
|
| gptkbp:adult_plumage |
distinctive double crest
|
| gptkbp:average_home_range |
50 to 150 square miles
|
| gptkbp:behavior |
solitary
Solitary ongoing research can dive to depths of 45 meters can dry wings after diving |
| gptkbp:breeding_behavior |
can be large
can be very large |
| gptkbp:breeding_range |
gptkb:North_America
North America and parts of Central America |
| gptkbp:breeding_season |
spring to summer
Winter to early spring |
| gptkbp:character_voice |
Growls, purrs, yowls
|
| gptkbp:climate_impact |
affects breeding success
|
| gptkbp:climbing_ability |
Excellent
|
| gptkbp:clutch_size |
3 to 5 eggs
|
| gptkbp:coat_of_arms |
long
|
| gptkbp:color |
various
Tawny tawny |
| gptkbp:color_of_juvenile |
brownish
|
| gptkbp:coloration |
brown and white
black with white patches black with a yellow-orange throat breeding plumage has a double crest |
| gptkbp:communication |
Vocalizations
|
| gptkbp:conflict |
Occasional
|
| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
monitoring populations
monitored by wildlife agencies |
| gptkbp:conservation_status |
gptkb:Least_Concern
|
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
featured in literature and art
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Symbol of strength
featured in folklore symbol of aquatic ecosystems |
| gptkbp:diet |
gptkb:fish
gptkb:carnivore |
| gptkbp:distribution |
gptkb:North_America
North and South America |
| gptkbp:ecological_role |
Top predator
|
| gptkbp:egg_color |
blue-green
|
| gptkbp:egg_size |
5.5 cm long
|
| gptkbp:eye_color |
tufted
|
| gptkbp:family |
gptkb:Phalacrocoracidae
|
| gptkbp:famous_for |
gptkb:intelligence
gptkb:loyalty thick fur muscular build large size playfulness good with children affectionate nature friendly demeanor distinctive appearance long bushy tail playful behavior large paws expressive eyes gentle nature good with other pets affectionate towards owners good health strong hunting instincts good watchdog abilities curious nature adaptability to families adaptability to indoor living enjoying water large tufted ears mouse hunting skills sociable nature |
| gptkbp:fishing_habits |
often hunt in groups
|
| gptkbp:fishing_impact |
important for local ecosystems
can be negative |
| gptkbp:fishing_regulations |
up to 20 meters
plunge diving surface diving uses sight to catch fish influenced by cormorant populations |
| gptkbp:fledging_period |
50 to 60 days
|
| gptkbp:foraging_behavior |
gptkb:diving
diurnal |
| gptkbp:fossil_record |
Extensive
|
| gptkbp:genus |
gptkb:Phalacrocorax
|
| gptkbp:geographic_distribution |
gptkb:North_America
|
| gptkbp:gestation_period |
90 to 96 days
|
| gptkbp:grooming_needs |
moderate
|
| gptkbp:habitat |
gptkb:mountains
Forests coastal regions lakes and rivers coastal and inland waters |
| gptkbp:has_family |
gptkb:Felidae
|
| gptkbp:health_issues |
hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Cougar
|
| gptkbp:human_interaction |
gptkb:village
gptkb:Limited sometimes considered a pest |
| gptkbp:hunting_technique |
Ambush
Varies by region Stalking 20% to 50% |
| gptkbp:incubation_period |
28 to 30 days
|
| gptkbp:independence |
About 1.5 years
|
| gptkbp:intelligence |
high
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
1861
|
| gptkbp:kittens_per_litter |
1 to 6
|
| gptkbp:legal_issue |
Protected in many areas
|
| gptkbp:length |
3.25 to 5.25 feet
70 to 90 cm |
| gptkbp:lifespan |
12 to 15 years
6 to 10 years 8 to 13 years |
| gptkbp:mating_system |
head bobbing
|
| gptkbp:migration |
seasonal
partial migrant food availability up to 1,500 km moves south in winter |
| gptkbp:mythology |
Various Native American tribes
|
| gptkbp:nest_material |
twigs and vegetation
uses seaweed and grass |
| gptkbp:nesting |
colonial
April to July affected by predation return to same site annually builds nests with sticks |
| gptkbp:nesting_site |
trees or cliffs
trees, cliffs, or ground |
| gptkbp:notable_achievement |
Up to 15 feet
|
| gptkbp:order |
gptkb:Suliformes
|
| gptkbp:origin |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:population_density |
Varies by region
|
| gptkbp:population_trend |
gptkb:stable
stable in many areas |
| gptkbp:predators |
gptkb:humans
eagles |
| gptkbp:prey |
gptkb:deer
|
| gptkbp:recognized_by |
gptkb:The_International_Cat_Association
gptkb:American_Cat_Fanciers_Association gptkb:Cat_Fanciers'_Association |
| gptkbp:related_species |
gptkb:Great_Cormorant
gptkb:Pelagic_Cormorant gptkb:Cat gptkb:Jaguar gptkb:Lion |
| gptkbp:reproduction |
viviparous
Viviparous lays 3 to 5 eggs |
| gptkbp:research |
conducted on population dynamics
|
| gptkbp:scientific_name |
gptkb:Puma_concolor
gptkb:Phalacrocorax_auritus |
| gptkbp:senses |
Acute
|
| gptkbp:size |
large
|
| gptkbp:social_behavior |
affectionate
gregarious often seen in groups often roosts with other birds |
| gptkbp:social_structure |
Solitary
hierarchical colonial nester |
| gptkbp:speed |
Up to 30 mph
|
| gptkbp:subspecies |
gptkb:Northern_Cougar
gptkb:Southern_Cougar gptkb:Western_Cougar gptkb:Eastern_Cougar gptkb:P._auritus_auritus gptkb:P._auritus_floridanus gptkb:P._a._auritus gptkb:P._a._floridanus gptkb:P._a._sinensis |
| gptkbp:tail_type |
long and bushy
waterproofing oils |
| gptkbp:temperament |
friendly
|
| gptkbp:territorial_behavior |
gptkb:Yes
during breeding season |
| gptkbp:territory |
Larger than females
Smaller than males |
| gptkbp:threats |
habitat loss
|
| gptkbp:track |
GPS collars
|
| gptkbp:vocalization |
croaking sounds
chirps and trills |
| gptkbp:weaning_age |
About 2 months
|
| gptkbp:weight |
1.5 to 3.5 kg
53 to 220 pounds 10 to 25 pounds |
| gptkbp:wildlife |
gptkb:Yes
Not endangered due to development |
| gptkbp:wingspan |
121 to 140 cm
121 to 152 cm |
| gptkbp:young |
Kittens
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Cat
gptkb:The_Cat gptkb:British_Columbia |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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