Naturally with a bird like this there will be naysayers. Please note that I am
ONLY saying that it is POSSIBLE--no photos were taken, but I know the observer,
Dan Phillips. He has experience with Anhingas and Double-crested Cormorants and
his description sounded convincing to me. So here is the report on his behalf:
This morning he noticed two long-necked (i.e. not raptor-y) and stubby-legged
birds soaring south and high over Pheasant Branch Conservancy in Middleton.I
understand that occasionally cormorants can soar (I have recently learned this
but never actually witnessed it myself). The tail was long and square-shaped,
favorable towards Anhinga. When a Bald Eagle flew by the pair, they were about
half the size of the eagle. This would eliminate any herons or cranes. So keep
your eyes out! Maybe they'll hang out in a wetland nearby. Considering the
recent tropical storms, it wouldn't be out of the question for Gulf Coast birds
to get blown inland.
Thanks and good birding!
Alyssa DeRubeis
Fayetteville, Arkansas
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