Pygmy Goose (Green/Cotton)
Pygmy Goose (Green/Cotton)
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This entry refers to either a Green Pygmy Goose (Nettapus pulchellus) or a Cotton Pygmy Goose (Nettapus coromandelianus), indicating a need for careful identification or a general observation of the genus. Both are exceptionally small and agile ducks.
Where to spot
These species are found in their respective ranges: Green Pygmy Goose in northern Australia and New Guinea, and Cotton Pygmy Goose across South and Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. Look for them on calm, vegetated freshwater bodies.
How to spot
Focus on overall size (very small) and behavior (perching on vegetation). For precise identification between the two, observe plumage details: Green Pygmy Goose has more emerald green and a white face with a dark eye stripe, while the male Cotton Pygmy Goose is largely white with a dark cap and back.
When to spot
Year-round in their native ranges, active during the day, often dabbling among aquatic vegetation.
Where to spot
These species are found in their respective ranges: Green Pygmy Goose in northern Australia and New Guinea, and Cotton Pygmy Goose across South and Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. Look for them on calm, vegetated freshwater bodies.
How to spot
Focus on overall size (very small) and behavior (perching on vegetation). For precise identification between the two, observe plumage details: Green Pygmy Goose has more emerald green and a white face with a dark eye stripe, while the male Cotton Pygmy Goose is largely white with a dark cap and back.
When to spot
Year-round in their native ranges, active during the day, often dabbling among aquatic vegetation.
Both the Green and Cotton Pygmy Geese are incredibly lightweight, allowing them to perch effortlessly on delicate aquatic plants like water lilies, truly living up to their 'pygmy' designation.
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