Australasian Darter vs African Darter
Anhinga novaehollandiae в сравнении с Anhinga rufa
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Характеристика | Australasian Darter | African Darter |
|---|---|---|
| Научное название | Anhinga novaehollandiae | Anhinga rufa |
| Отряд | Suliformes | Suliformes |
| Семейство | Anhingidae | Anhingidae |
| Охранный статус | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Длина | — | — |
| Размах крыльев | 70,6 cm (27.8 in) | 68,9 cm (27.1 in) |
| Масса | 1612,1666666666667 g (56.87 oz) | 1417,5 g (50.00 oz) |
| Питание | -- | -- |
| Размер кладки | 2-6 | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Охранный статус
Least Concern
Australasian Darter
Least Concern
African Darter
About These Birds
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.
African Darter
80–97 cm. Glossy black; chestnut neck with white lower neck stripe; white wing spots. Widespread across sub-Saharan Africa and Iraq in freshwater lakes, rivers, and swamps. Spears fish by ambush; holds wings open to dry. Breeds in mixed heronries near water.