Australian Shelduck (Tadorna tadornoides)

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Field Notes

Description:

The Australian shelduck (Tadorna tadornoides) is a shelduck, a group of large goose-like birds which are part of the bird family Anatidae.

The males are mostly dark, with a chestnut breast. They have white neck collars and dark green heads. The females are similar, but they have white around the eyes and are smaller. Both males and females show a white wing during flight.

Habitat:

Phillip island Wildlife Park

Notes:

The Australian shelduck is protected under the National Parks and Wildlife Act, 1974.

Reference Links:

Australian shelduck

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