Pied Cormorant

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sue818
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Pied Cormorant

Thought this sequence is interesting as both birds eventually puffed up, developed a flush and raised their tails... I assume it was a breeding ritual although it all came to nothing after a lot of chasing.

Alex Rogers
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Very interesting, havent noted that before, good to see. 

dwatsonbb
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I didn't even know they had such colouring under the chin, nice to see, it's interesting to see different behaviour from time to time.

Dale Huonville, Tasmania

sue818
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Thanks, guys. I think the blush in the last shot is enhanced by the sun shining through it but I was amazed by the change in size & shape of head & throat. This was the first time that I have witnessed the behaviour although plenty of breeding occurs in this area. Observation can be as rewarding as the photo. 

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