The Little Cormorant is a widespread and common small cormorant found across South and Southeast Asia. It is mostly black with a slender build and is often seen in large groups in freshwater habitats.
Where to spot
Widespread across South and Southeast Asia, from India and Sri Lanka east to Indonesia and the Philippines. Inhabits freshwater lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and estuaries.
How to spot
Look for its small size, entirely black plumage (sometimes with a slight brownish tint), and slender body. Often seen swimming with its body low in the water, diving frequently, or perched on branches or rocks with wings outstretched to dry.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Active throughout the day, often seen fishing or sunning itself.
Where to spot
Widespread across South and Southeast Asia, from India and Sri Lanka east to Indonesia and the Philippines. Inhabits freshwater lakes, rivers, reservoirs, and estuaries.
How to spot
Look for its small size, entirely black plumage (sometimes with a slight brownish tint), and slender body. Often seen swimming with its body low in the water, diving frequently, or perched on branches or rocks with wings outstretched to dry.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Active throughout the day, often seen fishing or sunning itself.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Despite its commonality, this species plays an important role in many wetland ecosystems as a predator of small fish and aquatic invertebrates.
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