Pacific Black Duck
Anas superciliosa
Other Names: Called "Gray Duck" in New Zealand
Family: Anatidae (Ducks and allies, 20 species in Australia)
Size: 47-60 cm
Distribution: Most of Australia
Status: Abundant
Habitat: Usually deep, permanent, heavily vegetated swamps, also any waters, lakes
References: Simpson and Day, Reader's Digest
A very common water bird.
Photo: Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains NSW
Photo: Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains NSW
Photo: Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains NSW
Photo: Wentworth Falls, Blue Mountains NSW
Artwork: John Gould, 'The Birds of Australia', 1848. Original Scanned Image.
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