Oriental Darter vs Australasian Darter
Anhinga melanogaster compared with Anhinga novaehollandiae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Oriental Darter | Australasian Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Anhinga melanogaster | Anhinga novaehollandiae |
| Order | Suliformes | Suliformes |
| Family | Anhingidae | Anhingidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 68.4 cm (26.9 in) | 70.6 cm (27.8 in) |
| Weight | 1436.5 g (50.67 oz) | 1612.1666666666667 g (56.87 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Oriental Darter
Least Concern
Australasian Darter
About These Birds
Oriental Darter
85–97 cm. Dark brown and black with white streaking; long neck and sharp bill. Resident across South and Southeast Asia to East Africa in freshwater and estuarine habitats. Near Threatened; declining due to wetland loss and hunting. Spears fish underwater; colonial breeder.
Australasian Darter
86–94 cm. Black and dark brown with white wing spots; long snake-like neck; dagger bill. Ranges across Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands in freshwater lakes, rivers, and coastal wetlands. Dives to spear fish; must dry wings after diving. Partially migratory.