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Double-crested cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus)
| Scientific Classification | |
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | Pelecaniformes |
| Family: | Phalacrocoracidae |
| Species: | Phalacrocorax auritus |
| Common: | Double-crested cormorant |
The double-crested cormorant is a common seabird of the cormorant family. It is widely distributed across North America along inland waterways and coastal areas.
Identification
Adults
The adult male and females look alike with dark-colored plumage. Adults with breeding plumage have white, black or a black/white mix colored crests.
Immature
Juveniles have dark grey or brownish plumage.
Gallery
Juvenile
Groveland, California (2010)
Adult
Groveland, California (2010)
Related Page Hierarchy
Kingdom: Animalia (animals)Class: Aves (birds)Order: Pelecaniformes (pelicans)Double-crested cormorant (Phalacrocorax auritus)