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Eurasian wigeon

Anas penelope

Description:

This dabbling duck is 42–52 cm (17–20 in) long with a 71–80 cm (28–31 in) wingspan, and a weight of 500–1,073 g (1.102–2.366 lb). The breeding male has grey flanks and back, with a black rear end, a dark green speculum and a brilliant white patch on upper wings, obvious in flight or at rest. It has a pink breast, white belly, and a chestnut head with a creamy crown. In non-breeding (eclipse) plumage, the drake looks more like the female. The female is light brown, with plumage much like a female American wigeon.

Habitat:

Seen at Thol bird sanctuary

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Gujarat, India

Spotted on Jan 30, 2017
Submitted on Apr 5, 2017

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