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Listen: The Latin ProgramAmerican snakebird (Anhinga anhinga) with wings spread to dry in the sun
Image Number
DL0436
Photographer
LaHart, David E., Dr.
Date
1985
Date Note
Photographed in November 1985.
Rights
Collection
David LaHart collection
N2006-10, Box 2
N2006-10, Box 2
Geographic Term
Physical Description
1 slide - col.
General Note
Also known as American darter or Water turkey. Unlike other diving birds its feathers become waterlogged which helps maneuvering underwater where it will skewer fish with its long sharp bill. Wax myrtle also featured in the image.
American snakebird (Anhinga anhinga) with wings spread to dry in the sun
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