Spotted Whistling-Duck

The spotted whistling duck (Dendrocygna guttata) is a member of the duck family Anatidae. It is also referred to as the "spotted tree duck". Spotted ducks are also held in captive populations. The Spotted whistling duck is one of the smaller species in the genus Dendrocygna. This duck grows to 43–50 cm tall. Males can weigh anywhere from 590g to 650g while females weigh 610g to 860g. White spots on their flanks and breasts gave these ducks the spotted name. (Wikipedia, general species account).

This duck can be found in Indonesia, New Guinea, Australia and the Philippines. This dark coloring is also found in the eyepatch. This genus is the most basal group after the magpie goose. Whistling ducks are found all over the world. Spotted whistling ducks are also found in Weipa and Iron ranges of Australia. The Diet of the spotted whistling duck contains grass seeds, aquatic invertebrates, aquatic plants, and small fish. (Wikipedia, general species account).