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Eytons/Plumed whistling Duck Whistling Ducks

The Plumed Whistling Duck or Grass Whistle Duck prefers to feed on land by cropping grass rather than feed in the water. Like other Whistling Ducks they have a noisy whistling call.

Size

Typical Adult is 42-60cm (16-24in).

Food

Grazing on tropical grasses, grains, seeds, and aquatic vegetation.

Habitat/Range

Tall grasslands, savanna, lakes, and swamps in north, east, and central Australia, and also found in New Guinea.

Breeding

Usually January to March during wet season.

Eggs

8 to 14 (smooth white and oval shaped).


River Cottage's collection of Whistling Ducks changes regularly. Please visit us regularly to keep up-to-date with our flock

 

 

£160 per pair

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Note: All birds are subject to availability and we reserve the right to alter prices as the market and our costs dictate. Viewing is strictly by appointment. Please contact us for futher details