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Black headed duck
20.0
Heteronetta atricapilla
Scientific Name:
Family:
Diver Duck
Sub Family:
Stiff-Tails
WingSpan:
60 cm (24 in)
Weight:
400–700 g (0.9–1.5 lb)
Length:
36–44 cm (14–17 in)
Conservation Status
Sub-Species:
0
South America
Region:
Hunting Prognosis:
Yes
South American hiddeen gem. flys in low light, very close to the terrain and extremely fast. Settles in the bullrush around ponds. usually alone or small groups.
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