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African pygmy goose

Nettapus auritus

Photo by The MnMs
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Description:

The African pygmy goose is one of the smallest perching ducks. The males have a white face with vibrant green ear patches and metallic green on their back.

Habitat:

Native of sub.Saharian Africa, this one is living in Pairi Daiza, Belgium.

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African pygmy goose

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Comments (10)
Nayeli
Pretty! great series :)
The MnMs
Yes, it would be nice to have a pond with these beauties :-)
dotun55
Colourful birdie! Would make a great pet.
The MnMs
Thanks James! just a few selected ones from a zoo visit :-)

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