1. A large water bird with a long, slender neck and sharp bill, found in warm regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia; also called a darter or snakebird.
Usage: Often called 'snakebird' because its long neck resembles a snake when swimming.; The anhinga is an excellent diver and swimmer.

Examples

• The anhinga dove beneath the water to catch fish.
• We spotted an anhinga perched on a branch with its wings spread to dry.
• Anhingas are common in Florida's swamps and marshes.
• The anhinga's long neck helps it hunt for prey underwater.
• Unlike most water birds, the anhinga's feathers are not fully waterproof, so it must dry its wings after swimming.
• The anhinga is sometimes mistaken for a cormorant, but it has a thinner neck.