Cormorant Collection (#22)

Little pied cormorant (Phalacrocorax melanoleucos) Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia Captive specimen
AUS-763 Little pied cormorant Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia Phalacrocorax melanoleucos Dr David Wachenfeld / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display

White-breasted Cormorant on water. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve, nr Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4663 White-breasted Cormorant on water Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve, nr Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa Phalacrocorax carbo lucidus Alan J. S

Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - perched in tree after fishing (Pied Kingfisher perched below)
ASW-4659 Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - perched in tree after fishing (Pied Kingfisher perched below). Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa

Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - swallowing recently caught tilapia fish. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown
ASW-4658 Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - swallowing recently caught tilapia fish. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa. Phalacrocorax africanus Alan J. S

Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - landing on water. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South
ASW-4657 Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - landing on water. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa. Phalacrocorax africanus Alan J. S

Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa
ASW-4656 Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa. Phalacrocorax africanus Alan J. S

Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - carrying vegetation. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South
ASW-4655 Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - carrying vegetation Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve - nr Grahamstown - Eastern Cape - South Africa. Phalacrocorax africanus Alan J. S

Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - bathing. Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve, nr Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4654 Reed / Long-tailed Cormorant - bathing Andries Vosloo Kudu Reserve, nr Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Phalacrocorax africanus Alan J. S

Cormorant- sitting on pole drying wings at low tide, Bamburgh castle in background
USH-3163 Cormorant - sitting on pole drying wings at low tide, Bamburgh castle in background Lindisfarne National Nature Reserve, Northumberland

Close-up of a cormorant, Menorca (Minorca), Balearic islands, Spain, Mediterranean, Europe

Juvenile reed cormorant (Phalacrocorax africanus), Kruger National Park, South Africa, Africa

Black Cormorant, near a floating island on Lake Titicaca, Peru, South America

Cormorants, Kerala state, India, Asia

King cormorant (Phalacrocorax atriceps) carrying red algae in its beak, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, South America

King cormorant (Phalacrocorax atriceps) in flight, Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands, South Atlantic, South America

Cormorant fisherman with his birds, Erhai Lake, Dali, Yunnan, China, Asia

Fishing cormorants, Erhai lake, Dali, Yunnan, China, Asia

Fisherman with cormorants, Yangshuo, Li River, Guangxi Province, China, Asia

Fisherman with cormorant, Yangshuo, Li River, Guangxi Province, China, Asia

Fisherman with cormorant, Li River, Yangshuo, Guangxi Province, China, Asia

Fisherman with cormorants, Li River, Yangshuo, Guangxi Province, China, Asia

Cormorant fisherman, Yangshuo, Guangxi Province, China, Asia

Cormorants and fishing nets, Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Portrait of a black cormorant (Chanco), Titicaca, Bolivia, South America

Close-up of the head and neck of a black faced cormorant, Cleland Wildlife Park, South Australia, Australia, Pacific

Blue-eyed shag or blue-eyed cormorant or Antarctic cormorant (Phalacrocorax atriceps) swimming, Paulete Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Cormorants - in flight at sunset. Baltic River - Berzciems - Latvia
WAT-12523 Cormorants - in flight at sunset. Baltic River - Berzciems - Latvia Phalacrocorax carbo M. Watson Please note that prints are personal display purposes only

Great Cormorants - On power lines at Sunset Welney, Ouse Washes, Norfolk, UK BI000083
COS-1645 Great Cormorants - On power lines at Sunset Welney, Ouse Washes, Norfolk, UK Phalacrocorax carbo Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Japanese Fishing 1933
Japanese fishing with beacons to attract the fish and cormorants to catch them Date: 1933

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The cormorant, a majestic bird known for its fishing prowess, has captivated people around the world. In traditional Chinese culture they can an integral part of the Li River landscape near Xingping and Guilin. At sunrise, as the golden rays illuminate the horizon, fishermen with their loyal cormorant companions embark on a mesmerizing journey along the river. On the West Coast of North America, a double-crested cormorant spreads its wings wide open in a breathtaking display. These birds can be found along coasts, inland lakes, and rivers across this vast continent. Their presence adds to the natural beauty that surrounds them. In Kenya's Lake Baringo resides another remarkable species - the long-tailed cormorant. As juveniles explore their surroundings with curiosity and gracefulness, they contribute to the rich biodiversity of this African lake. Even in heraldry and artistry, we find traces of these magnificent creatures. The coat of arms of Liverpool proudly displays a depiction of a cormorant from 1907 engraving - symbolizing strength and resilience. Underwater worlds come alive when Brandts cormorants burst through schools of Pacific fish with unmatched agility. This incredible sight reminds us of nature's delicate balance and interconnectivity. Kangaroo Island in Australia is home to little pied cormorants that gracefully navigate its shores. Against stunning landscapes filled with rugged cliffs and pristine beaches, these birds add elegance to an already picturesque scene. From illustrations showcasing spread wings to photographs capturing moments frozen in time like Picture No. 11992201 - each portrayal highlights different aspects of these captivating creatures' lives. China continues to embrace its deep connection with cormorants as local fishermen skillfully utilize them for fishing purposes along Guangxi Zhuangzu Province's Li River. This ancient tradition serves as a reminder that humans have long relied on nature's partnership for survival.