Duck, Paradise Shelduck
Description
A male Paradise Shelduck, mounted on a piece of wood in a standing position. Wings closed. Brown, chestnut and cream colourings. Wings have a greeny blue sheen.
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It
is
a
widespread
duck
inhabiting
lowland
wetlands,
and
grasslands.
It
is
a
game
bird
but
their
numbers
are
so
high
they
are
not
at
conservation
risk.
They
are
often
seen
in
pairs
making
lots
of
noise.
Accession number
A86.667
Collection type
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