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Australasian Darter
Anhinga novaehollandiae
- Worldwide
- 17,850 observations
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About
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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Recent sightings near Cairns
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Oct 24, 2026Smithfield, QLD, AUObserver: scottjmorrisseyView observation from Oct 24, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 22, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: Matt BoyleView observation from Oct 22, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 8, 2026Smithfield, QLD, AUObserver: miles michaudView observation from Oct 8, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 6, 2026Smithfield, QLD, AUObserver: sarlou85View observation from Oct 6, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 4, 2026Trinity Beach, QLD, AUObserver: Sofi ForsmanView observation from Oct 4, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 4, 2026Trinity Beach, QLD, AUObserver: miles michaudView observation from Oct 4, 2026 on iNaturalist