<p>Distinctive Australian fishing bird.
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The plumage is sparse and easily becomes wet, so they must dry their wings conspicuously.
Other names: Diver, Needle-beak Shag, Snake-bird
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<i>Anhinga novaehollandiae</i>
<a rel="nofollow" class="external text" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/62938898@N00">Tatiana Gerus</a>
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