Great cormorant

Introduction: The Great Cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo) is a large aquatic bird with a dark plumage and a distinctive long neck. It is found in various aquatic habitats, including lakes, rivers, and coastal areas.

Description: The Great Cormorant has a predominantly black plumage, with a white patch on the throat and underparts. It has a long, slender neck and a hooked bill, well-suited for catching fish underwater.

Habitat: This bird species is commonly found in both freshwater and marine environments, including lakes, rivers, estuaries, and coastal areas. It is often seen perched on rocks or tree branches near water.

Diet: The Great Cormorant is primarily piscivorous, feeding on a variety of fish. It hunts underwater, using its strong legs and webbed feet to propel itself and catch fish.

behaviour: This species is known for its excellent diving abilities, swimming underwater for extended periods to catch fish. After fishing, it can be seen perching with its wings spread out, allowing them to dry as it lacks waterproofing oils.

Reproduction: Great Cormorants nest in colonies, often on rocky cliffs or islands. The female lays a clutch of eggs, and both parents take turns incubating the eggs and caring for the chicks.

Size: The Great Cormorant measures about 70–100 centimetres (28–40 inches) in length.

Weight: It typically weighs around 2–3.5 kilograms (4.4–7.7 pounds).