Anhingas and cormorants are large water birds like pelicans. Their bodies are about 2 to 3 feet (61 to91 cm) long.
Anhingas are often called ”snakebirds” because they have long, curved necks that look like snakes. The anhinga holds its neck bent close to its body when it swims. It springs a passing fish with lightning speed the way a snake does. It spears the fish on its sharp bill.
Cormorants usually live near the ocean. Cormorants swim well underwater. They can dive as deep as 100 feet (30 m). Oriental people use cormorants to catch fish. A ring around the bird’s neck stops it from eating the fish it has just caught.
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