Malaysian Birds

 

47  PICIFORMES: Megalaimidae

Cormorant

The Little Cormorant is a small, sleek waterbird found across freshwater wetlands, lakes, and rivers in South and Southeast Asia. Recognizable by its all-black plumage, slender neck, and sharp, hooked bill, this skilled diver feeds primarily on fish, using its webbed feet to propel itself underwater.

One of the most fascinating aspects of the Little Cormorant is its *highly social nature. These birds often gather in **large breeding colonies*, sometimes alongside other waterbirds like herons and egrets. They build nests in trees or reed beds near water, where their communal gatherings create a bustling, noisy spectacle. These colonies not only provide safety in numbers but also strengthen social bonds during the breeding season.

Whether perched with wings outstretched to dry or diving expertly for prey, the Little Cormorant is a captivating bird that thrives in shared habitats, making it a remarkable species to observe in the wild.

 

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