WHITE FACED WHISTLING DUCKS (COMING AUTUMN 2023)

To some, these are the most attractive of the whistling duck tribe. Their carriage is very upright and their black nape, white head and rich chestnut breast make a striking contrast. They are very docile in nature but have a noisy high-pitched whistle. In the wild this is often heard when they night feed.

Size

Typical Adult is 41-46cm (16-18in).

Food

Mainly aquatic vegetation, seeds, grasses, weeds and small aquatic animals.

Habitat/Range

Wetlands, freshwater lakes, and reservoirs in south America, and Africa - south of the Sahara.

Breeding

August to October in Trinidad.

Eggs

8 to 12 (creamy-white colour with pinkish tinge).