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Where to see Reed Cormorant in South Africa
About the Reed Cormorant
The reed cormorant is a small African cormorant closely associated with freshwater habitats including rivers, lakes, dams, wetlands and estuaries. It has predominantly dark plumage, a slender neck and a long tail. It feeds mainly on fish and other aquatic animals, catching prey by diving underwater. After feeding, it is commonly seen perched with its wings spread to dry its plumage.
How to identify the Reed Cormorant
Small, dark cormorant with a relatively short bill, dark body and pale throat and chest in breeding plumage. Often seen swimming low in the water or perched with wings spread to dry.
Did you know?
Reed Cormorants frequently spread their wings after swimming to dry their plumage, a classic behaviour that makes them easy to recognise around wetlands.
Also known as: Cormorant, Rietduiker
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