Where to spot
Widespread throughout coastal Australia, New Zealand, and surrounding islands. Inhabits coastal waters, estuaries, large sheltered bays, and occasionally large inland freshwater lakes.
How to spot
Look for its large size, black upperparts, and clean white underparts, which create a striking pied pattern. Its pale bill is also distinctive. Often seen perched upright on navigation markers, rocks, or jetties, or swimming low in the water.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Active throughout the day, often seen fishing or drying its wings.
Where to spot
Widespread throughout coastal Australia, New Zealand, and surrounding islands. Inhabits coastal waters, estuaries, large sheltered bays, and occasionally large inland freshwater lakes.
How to spot
Look for its large size, black upperparts, and clean white underparts, which create a striking pied pattern. Its pale bill is also distinctive. Often seen perched upright on navigation markers, rocks, or jetties, or swimming low in the water.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in its resident range. Active throughout the day, often seen fishing or drying its wings.
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It is often seen fishing in coastal waters, performing deep dives to pursue fish and crustaceans on the seabed.
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