The Double-crested cormorant is an American bird that is mainly found in the United States, Mexico and Cuba. I've also seen it in northern Central America, in Belize. It got its name because during the breeding season the male develops two small white or black, horizontal plumes, right next to the ears. During non-breeding season, however, the main characteristic is the featherless yellow or orange part of the head - which is clearly visible in the picture. Like other cormorants, it feeds on fish, amphibians and crustaceans. Its dependence on fish has, just like for the Great cormorant (Phalacrocorax carbo) in Sweden, led to serious conflicts with humans who suspect that the cormorant is the reason for their declining success in fishing.