The Neotropic on the right is obviously smaller than the bird on the left. DC Cormorants average 40% larger than Neotropic Cormorants. Even at a half mile, I noticed the difference and waded out into the water for Tennessee's first Neotropic Comorant at Mud Lake in Lake Co. TN. I have seen three at this location over the years and now a total of 12 adult and immatures in Tennessee along the Mississippi River. This species could show up anywhere there are concentrations of Double-crested Cormorants. Glen Criswell and a few other birders were able to view this bird after getting a little wet. All the ID points for this species were recorded at close range. Note the distinct difference in body shape and structure.