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Phalacrocorax auritus
Long necked, long billed with hook on tip. Orange throat pouch. Breeding male will have will grow tufts behind the eyes. From the 3 species of cormorants in the area, this one is the only one found also inland.
Found in coastal waters and lakes. Most large bodies of water deep enough for the bird to dive.
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