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The goosander (Mergus merganser) ... is a sedentary bird, and short-distance and nocturnal migrant This water bird, measuring 58-66 cm in length, surprisingly breeds in tree hollows, rock coves and sometimes even in buildings, feeding primarily off fish. The goosander belongs to the anatidae family, and is found around lakes... Continue reading

The cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo) ... is a short-distance and nocturnal migrant The cormorant measures 77 – 94 cm in length, and has a wing span of 121 – 149 cm. It breeds in colonies on rocky cliffs by the sea, or in trees by lakes and coasts. It primarily feeds... Continue reading