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Little Black Cormorant

Phalacrocorax sulcirostris

Least Concern0 photos

Habitat: Freshwater wetlands, rivers, lakes, estuaries, and occasionally sheltered coastal waters.
Diet: Primarily small fish, but also consumes crustaceans and aquatic insects, often hunting in coordinated groups.
Classification: Suliformes · Phalacrocoracidae
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Fun Facts

It is the only small Australian cormorant that is completely black.
They are known for their highly social behavior, often fishing in large, synchronized packs or mobs.
Unlike many other waterbirds, their feathers are not fully waterproof, requiring them to spread their wings to dry after diving.
The species lacks the colorful facial skin found on many other cormorant species.