Australasian Darter

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Anhinga novaehollandiae

Australasian Darter, a reference photo
Photo: John Cull · CC0 1.0 (licence)

The Australasian darter or Australian darter (Anhinga novaehollandiae) is a species of bird in the darter family, Anhingidae. It is found in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. It weighs around 2.6 kg and spans 86–94 cm (34–37 in) in length.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Australasian Darter being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Suliformes
Family
Anhingidae
Genus
Anhinga
Species
Anhinga novaehollandiae

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