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Double Crested Cormorant

Phalacrocorax auritus

Description:

The Double-crested Cormorant is a large waterbird with a stocky body, long neck, medium-sized tail, webbed feet and a medium sized hooked bill. It has a body length of between 70–90 cm (28–35 in) long, with a wingspan of between 114–123 cm (45–48 in)

Habitat:

The Double-crested Cormorant is found near rivers, lakes and along the coastline.

Notes:

Common bird species found on Anhinga Trail in the Everglades.

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JabariMcNichols
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JabariMcNichols

Homestead, Florida, USA

Spotted on Feb 1, 2013
Submitted on Feb 2, 2013

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