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Australian Wood Duck/ Maned Goose Chenonetta jubata |
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Australian Wood Duck/ Maned Goose Chenonetta jubata |
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The Australian Wood Duck is also
called the Maned Goose but is not a goose; it is currently classed as a Shelduck (a small goose-like duck) but some say it should be moved to dabbling duck category. |
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The female Australian Wood Duck showing its similar plumage to a female Wood Duck |
And showing her mane |
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The male showing his mane that gives the duck its other name of Maned Goose and also showing his finely vermiculated sides. The Australian Wood Duck/Maned Geese can be found throughout Australia. |
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Camera-shy |
Showing her white underwing |
Females |
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| Three's a crowd (attractive reflection of reeds) | ||