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Neotropic Cormorant

Neotropic Cormorant

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The Neotropic Cormorant is a common and adaptable cormorant found throughout Central and South America. It is a smaller, more slender cormorant with a long tail and a distinctive white border around its gular pouch during breeding.
Where to spot
Widespread across Central and South America, from the southern United States south to Tierra del Fuego. Inhabits freshwater lakes, rivers, swamps, and coastal marine areas.
How to spot
Look for its small to medium size, slender build, long tail, and entirely dark, glossy plumage. During breeding, note the narrow white border around its orange gular pouch. Often seen swimming low in the water, diving, or perched with wings outstretched.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Active throughout the day, often seen fishing or drying its wings.
File:Cormorán Neotropical (Nannopterum brasilianum) en Isla El Perro.jpg
File:Nannopterum brasilianum - Gabi Lopes - 423411640.jpeg
File:Nannopterum brasilianum - João D'Andretta - 330654678.jpeg
File:Neotropic cormorant (Nannopterum brasilianum mexicanum) Peten.jpg
File:Cormorán Neotropical (Nannopterum brasilianum) en Isla El Perro.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Nannopterum brasilianum - Gabi Lopes - 423411640.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Nannopterum brasilianum - João D'Andretta - 330654678.jpeg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Neotropic cormorant (Nannopterum brasilianum mexicanum) Peten.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This highly adaptable species has successfully colonized a vast range of aquatic habitats, from large coastal estuaries to small inland ponds, showcasing its versatility.
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