Little Cormorant
NameLittle Cormorant
Common NameLittle Cormorant
Scientific NameMicrocarbo niger
FamilyPhalacrocoracidae
Wingspan (cm)48
Length (cm)50
Weight (g)325
Plumage DetailsAdults are glossy black with a slight greenish sheen, especially on the head and neck. Non-breeding birds and immatures may appear duller brown-black. A small white patch on the throat can sometimes be visible.
Vocalization / CallGenerally a silent bird, but may emit low grunts, croaks, or guttural calls, particularly at breeding colonies.
Primary Dietpiscivore
Primary Habitatswetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, and parts of Indonesia.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size for a cormorant, All-dark, glossy black plumage (adults), Slender body and neck, Relatively short, hooked bill, Often perches upright with wings spread to dry
Description
The Little Cormorant is a small, slender waterbird with entirely dark plumage, often seen perching upright on branches or rocks near water. It is an expert diver, actively pursuing fish and other aquatic prey underwater.
