Meet the Darter, sometimes called the Snakebird because of their long neck and quick striking action when catching prey.
Scientific Name: Anhinga melanogaster
Quite a large water bird – body length approx. 85 – 90cm with a wing span of up to 1.2m.
The Darter hunts for its prey underwater using a spearing action. It floats very low [...]

Bumblefoot is an inflammation of the foot’s pad, joints or webbing. It is often caused by incorrect perches or housing, such as concrete, which offers no cushioning for the soft pads under the bird’s feet …