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Common Shelduck (Male)
Tadorna tadorna
35.6502, 139.401
Field Notes
Description:
A widespread waterfowl species in Eurasia.
A bird with reddish-pink bill, pink feet, a white body with chestnut patches and a black belly, and a dark green head and neck.
Female and male of this species are similar in appearance except the male has a knob at its forehead. Also, female is smaller than male in size.
Habitat:
Coastline, estuaries, salt marshes
Species ID Suggestions
2
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedFebruary 4, 2012
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