Andean Ruddy Duck (Andean Subspecies)
Andean Ruddy Duck (Andean Subspecies)
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This specific subspecies of the Andean Ruddy Duck (Oxyura ferruginea andina) inhabits certain high-altitude wetlands within the Andean range. Like its nominate counterpart, it's a small, compact diving duck known for its stiff tail and aquatic lifestyle.
Where to spot
Confined to specific high-altitude freshwater lakes and wetlands in the Andes, particularly in Colombia and parts of northern Ecuador.
How to spot
Identify by typical Ruddy Duck characteristics: a stout body, stiff tail, and diving behavior. Note the bill color (bright blue in breeding males) and overall rufous body plumage. Distinguishing this subspecies from others requires careful observation of subtle nuances, often relying on geographic location.
When to spot
Year-round resident in its specific high-altitude habitats. Best observed during their breeding season when males are in their most vibrant plumage.
Where to spot
Confined to specific high-altitude freshwater lakes and wetlands in the Andes, particularly in Colombia and parts of northern Ecuador.
How to spot
Identify by typical Ruddy Duck characteristics: a stout body, stiff tail, and diving behavior. Note the bill color (bright blue in breeding males) and overall rufous body plumage. Distinguishing this subspecies from others requires careful observation of subtle nuances, often relying on geographic location.
When to spot
Year-round resident in its specific high-altitude habitats. Best observed during their breeding season when males are in their most vibrant plumage.
Subspecies variations in stiff-tailed ducks can be subtle, often involving slight differences in plumage shade or bill dimensions, reflecting adaptations to local environments.
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