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Phalacrocorax auritus
The Double-crested Cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus) is a member of the cormorant family of seabirds. It occurs along inland waterways as well as in coastal areas, and is widely distributed across North America, from the Aleutian Islands in Alaska down to Florida and Mexico. Measuring 70–90 cm (28–35 in) in length, it is an all-black bird which gains a small double crest of black and white feathers in breeding season. It has a bare patch of orange-yellow facial skin. Five subspecies are recognized. The Double-crested Cormorant is found near rivers, lakes and along the coastline. It mainly eats fish and hunts by swimming and diving. Its feathers, like those of all cormorants, are not waterproof and it must spend time drying them out after spending time in the water. Once threatened by use of DDT, the numbers of this bird have increased markedly in recent years. [Wikipedia]
Crescent Lake, St. Petersburg, Florida
17 Comments
nice shots
Thank you Atul!
stunning series Laurie!!
youve got a nice blue backdrop behind the birds
Thanks Sachin!
Very Lovely,,,
Thanks, isscarr!
Nice shot!
Thank you for the nice comments Laura and Alice!
Very Nice series! You can see the difference between them and Anhingas.!
Beautiful set of photos Laurie! I love how vibrant these cormorants are, from the brilliant yellow on their bills to the beautiful blue eyes! Gorgeous spotting :)
Yes, even I think they look like gems.
I think they look like gems.
Love the blue eyes.
Thanks Karen!
Thank you textless!
Great photos!
Lovely series and really interesting.