The Pelagic Cormorant is a sleek, dark bird with a long neck and a distinctive red facial skin patch. It is known for its diving ability, often plunging underwater to catch fish.
Habitat
Coastal marine environments and rocky shores.
Diet
Primarily fish and crustaceans.
How common
Uncommon
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