Australasian Darter

Anhinga novaehollandiae

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Suliformes · Anhingidae

About

The Australasian darter or Australian darter is a species of bird in the darter family, Anhingidae. It is found in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. It weighs around 2.6 kg and spans 86–94 cm (34–37 in) in length.

Fun Fact

John Gould described the Australasian darter as Plotus novaehollandiae in 1847.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found across Australia, though not in the Great Sandy or Great Victoria Deserts or Nullarbor Plain.

Diet

Scavenger

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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