A Fulvous Whistling Duck landing
A widely distributed duck species, it is often considered uncommon in our region - especially during summers.
The bird is a medium sized duck and has a whistling kind of call. Fulvous describes the color (reddish-yellow). They are often confused with Lesser whistling ducks which are seen throughout the year in our region. However, Fulvous Ducks have white markings on both sides of the tail area, a grey patch around the neck, and the eye lining is grey compared to yellow for the Lesser Whistling ducks. These are thought to be nocturnal ducks and active at nights. I suspect this is a juvenile since the grey neck patch has not developed fully.
Thanks in advance for your views and feedback.
A Fulvous Whistling Duck landing
A widely distributed duck species, it is often considered uncommon in our region - especially during summers.
The bird is a medium sized duck and has a whistling kind of call. Fulvous describes the color (reddish-yellow). They are often confused with Lesser whistling ducks which are seen throughout the year in our region. However, Fulvous Ducks have white markings on both sides of the tail area, a grey patch around the neck, and the eye lining is grey compared to yellow for the Lesser Whistling ducks. These are thought to be nocturnal ducks and active at nights. I suspect this is a juvenile since the grey neck patch has not developed fully.
Thanks in advance for your views and feedback.