Australasian Darter
Anhinga novaehollandiae
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<birdfyi-bird slug="anhinga-novaehollandiae"></birdfyi-bird>The Australasian Darter (Anhinga novaehollandiae) is a bird species in the family Anhingidae (schlangenhalsvögel), within the order Suliformes (tölpel und kormorane). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 70.6 cm and a weight of 1.6 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 70,6 cm | 27.8 in |
| Gewicht | 1612,1666666666667 g | 56.87 oz |
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Nistverhalten
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 26-30 days.
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2-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Suliformes (Tölpel und Kormorane) |
| Familie | Anhingidae (Schlangenhalsvögel) |
| Genus | Anhinga |
| Arten | Anhinga novaehollandiae |
Distribution
Australasian Darter has been recorded in 1 countries.
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