Phalacrocorax Auritus Collection

Double-crested Cormorant - West Coast nonbreeeding adult with wings spread open - Range: coasts, inland lakes
FG-ED-034 Double-crested Cormorant - West Coast nonbreeeding adult with wings spread open Range: coasts, inland lakes, rivers of North America Phalacrocorax auritus Francois Gohier Please note that

Double-crested cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus) on an island in the Lake of the Woods Ontario Lake of the Woods District Canada

USA, Washington State. A Double-crested Cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus) spreads its wings to dry. Seattle

White pelicans (Pelecanus erythrorhynchos) and double-crested cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) loafing on oyster bar

Double-crested Cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus), Florida, USA

Double-crested Cormorant drying its wings California USA, Phalacrocorax auritus

Double-crested Cormorant swimming California, Phalacrocorax auritus

Double-Crested Cormorant Sleeping With Bill Tucked In Wing, Everglades National Park, Florida, Usa

USA, Wahsington State. Double-crested Cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) roost
USA, Washington State. Double-crested Cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) roost on a log in Lake Washington, Seattle, WA

Canada, British Columbia, Gabriola Island. on near Nanaimo. Double-crested cormorants on Sandstone Cliffs. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Double-crested cormorant, Phalacrocorax auritus, with freshly caught walking catfish, Clarias batrachus, for lunch. Everglades National Park, Florida, USA

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Double-crested Cormorant perched on cliff rocks in breeding plumage February. San Diego, California, USA. Date:

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Double-crested Cormorant perched on cliff rocks in breeding plumage February. San Diego, California, USA. Date:

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Double-crested Cormorant - in flight above sea Baja California, Mexico. Date:

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Double-crested Cormorant Baja California, Mexico. Date:

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Double-crested Cormorant - in flight above sea Baja California, Mexico. Date:

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Double-crested Cormorant Baja California, Mexico. Date:

Double-crested cormorants, Phalacrocorax auritus, Stanley Park, British Columbia

AUDUBON: CORMORANT. Double-crested cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus), from John James Audubons Birds of America, 1827-1838

Double-crested Cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus) perched by the sea in California, USA

Double-crested Cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) in flight in California, USA

Adult double-crested cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) in flight within Magdalena Bay between Isla Magdalena
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Juvenile double-crested cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus) in Magdalena Bay between Isla Magdalena
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Adult double-crested cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus) in Magdalena Bay between Isla Magdalena and the Baja Peninsula
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Double-crested Cormorant, Phalacrocorax auritus in flight. October in New Jersey
JZ-3287 Double-crested Cormorant - in flight. October in New Jersey, USA Phalacrocorax auritus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Phalacrocorax auritus: Majestic Double-crested Cormorant Spreading its Wings in North America" Witness the stunning sight of a Double-crested Cormorant, scientifically known as Phalacrocorax auritus, showcasing its magnificent wingspan along the coasts, inland lakes, and rivers of North America. This nonbreeding adult is a common sight in regions like Washington State, where it gracefully spreads its wings open to dry after diving for fish. In some instances, you may even spot these elegant birds sharing their roosts with other avian species such as white pelicans on Gabriola Island in British Columbia or at Wakodahatchee Wetlands in Palm Beach County, Florida. Their presence adds an enchanting touch to these natural habitats. Whether they are found basking under the warm sun at Myakka River State Park in Sarasota or nestled amidst the serene Everglades National Park in Florida, Double-crested Cormorants never fail to captivate observers. Sometimes seen sleeping with their bills tucked neatly under their wings or drying off after a swim along California's coastline - they always exude an air of tranquility and grace. These remarkable creatures play an essential role within their ecosystems by maintaining healthy fish populations through their expert fishing skills. With sleek black feathers contrasting against bright blue eyes and orange facial skin during breeding season, Phalacrocorax auritus truly stands out among its feathered counterparts. Next time you find yourself near North American waterways or coastlines, keep your eyes peeled for this marvelous bird species. The Double-crested Cormorant will undoubtedly leave you awe-inspired with its impressive aerial displays and undeniable beauty.