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The cormorant, a large aquatic bird is found throughout the world. It has webbed feet, short legs, a dark, elongated body, a long neck, and brightly colored, bare patches on its face. It is most common at the seashore, but may also be found inland on large lakes and rivers. It feeds underwater on fish, crustaceans, and other aquatic life, often diving to great depths

The Black Swan is commonly seen in captivity and is only surpassed in popularity by the related Mute Swan. Seen not only in private collections, but in city parks and large zoos, the Black Swan is native Australia and Tasmania. Black Swans are large, graceful birds. Both sexes are black with bright red bills that sport a white band, gray feet and legs and white primaries that are seen only in flight. Immature swans are quite different in appearance, being dull brown overall with a dark bill.