The feathers of Double-crested Cormorants are not as waterproof as the feathers of other birds. This is not a bad thing. Their feathers easily become waterlogged making them less buoyant so they can dive deeply to pursue fish under water. When they emerge from the water, Cormorants are known for basking in the sun to dry their feathers. This characteristic pose makes them easily recognizable as they stand motionless on a perch and spread their wings. There are several Double-crested Cormorants that fish at Ferrari Pond and we often see them perched, wings outstretched, on the dead snag in the middle of the pond.