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White-faced Whistling-Duck

White-faced Whistling-Duck

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The White-faced Whistling Duck is a widespread and distinctive waterfowl species recognized by its striking black, white, and chestnut plumage, particularly its prominent white face and dark cap.
Where to spot
Freshwater wetlands, lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers across sub-Saharan Africa and tropical South America.
How to spot
Easily identified by its white face contrasting with a dark cap and body. Listen for its clear, three-note whistling call, often heard in flight or when disturbed.
When to spot
Active throughout the day and sometimes at night. Often seen in flocks, especially during the non-breeding season.
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File:Dendrocygna viduata (Vincent Vos).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Dendrocygna viduata 2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Dendrocygna viduata qtl2.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Dendrocygna viduata upright.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-faced Duck (Dendrocygna viduata) (31189687175).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-faced Whistling-Duck (Dendrocygna viduata) (51903624928).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-faced Whistling-Ducks (Dendrocygna viduata).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-faced whistling duck (Dendrocygna viduata).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-faced whistling ducks (Dendrocygna viduata) in flight.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species has an incredibly disjunct natural distribution, found in both South America and sub-Saharan Africa, suggesting a fascinating history of trans-oceanic dispersal or ancient continental connections.
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