Oriental Darter [Anhinga melanogaster]
Description
The Oriental Darter or Indian darter is a water bird found in South-East Asia. It has a similar body structure to the Anhinga, but its plumage is dark with shiny greenish and purplish streaks. It has a longer tail and a sharper beak in comparison. They are often found in freshwater bodies and feed on fish. Like the Anhinga, they also dry their wings after diving.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Birds
Aves
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| Order |
Cormorants and Shags
Suliformes
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| Family |
Anhingas or Snakebirds
Anhingidae
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| Genus |
Anhinga
Anhinga
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