10 May, 2011

Rosy-billed Pochard


Scientific Name: Netta peposaca

Population Estimate: 1M

Range / Habitat: Freshwater lakes of southern South America.

Field Notes: Medium-sized duck that dabbles and dives. Male with prominent knobby orange bill. Red eye. Dark head and back, grey sides, and white tail.

Personal Notes: Seen at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

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