African Darter [Anhinga rufa]
Description
The African Darter is a water bird found in sub-Saharan Africa. It resembles the Anhinga but is distinguished by its thin white lateral neck stripe. It inhabits both freshwater and brackish water bodies, and feeds mainly on fish. Similar to other species in its genus, the African Darter needs to dry its wings after diving.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Birds
Aves
|
| Order |
Cormorants and Shags
Suliformes
|
| Family |
Anhingas or Snakebirds
Anhingidae
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| Genus |
Anhinga
Anhinga
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