Great cormorants are large, black waterbirds that are expert divers to catch fish using their long, hooked bills and webbed feet. They are found in wetlands and on coastlines worldwide, except for the central Pacific. They often dry their feathers by holding their wings outstretched after diving because their feathers are not waterproof.
Appearance and physical traits
Size: Large birds, measuring about 100 cm (3.5 ft) in length.
Plumage: Mostly shiny black, though juveniles are dark brown above and white below. They can develop a white patch on their thigh or throat during the breeding season.
Bill: Long, thin, and hooked at the tip, with a yellowish base.
Eyes: Emerald green.
Feet: Webbed feet for swimming.