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Anas discors
Small dabbling duck, purple-gray head, distinct white crescent on face. Upperparts are scaled buff, dark brown; underparts are pale brown with numerous dark spots. Wings have green speculum, pale blue shoulder patch visible in flight. Fast direct flight with steady wing beats.
Containment Pond
Spotted on Apr 7, 2012
Submitted on Apr 20, 2012
2 Comments
Nice spot Liam. These are such awesome birds.
Stunning spot and good information.