Hardhead
Hardhead
100
2 weeks ago
Points:
100
J
Spotted by
The Hardhead, also known as the White-eyed Duck, is Australia's only true diving duck, capable of extended underwater foraging.
Where to spot
Widespread across Australia and Tasmania, occasionally appearing in New Zealand. Prefers deep, permanent freshwater wetlands, lakes, rivers, and sometimes brackish coastal estuaries.
How to spot
Look for its uniform dark chocolate-brown body (males are darker with bright white eyes, females are duller with brown eyes). Its distinctive white undertail coverts are a key identification feature. Observe its active diving behavior, often remaining submerged for considerable periods.
When to spot
A year-round resident in most of its range, with some localized movements in response to water availability and breeding cycles.
Where to spot
Widespread across Australia and Tasmania, occasionally appearing in New Zealand. Prefers deep, permanent freshwater wetlands, lakes, rivers, and sometimes brackish coastal estuaries.
How to spot
Look for its uniform dark chocolate-brown body (males are darker with bright white eyes, females are duller with brown eyes). Its distinctive white undertail coverts are a key identification feature. Observe its active diving behavior, often remaining submerged for considerable periods.
When to spot
A year-round resident in most of its range, with some localized movements in response to water availability and breeding cycles.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Male Hardheads have striking white eyes, which contrasts sharply with their dark plumage, giving them a distinctive appearance and their alternative common name.
Loading...
Spotted
- Recently spotted
- 1927 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 2 weeks ago
Monthly observations
Also interesting
Share this page
Or share directly on
