Cotton Pygmy Goose

Nettapus coromandelianus (Gmelin, JF, 1789)

Cotton Pygmy Goose, Nettapus coromandelianus, is a small duck in the Anatidae family. It breeds across the Oriental Region and Australasia, from India to north-east Australia. It is one of the smallest waterfowl, and lives on lakes, ponds and other shallow waters with plenty of aquatic plants. It is often seen in pairs or in larger pair groups, and it roosts and nests in trees close to water. It is a strong flier and can spread widely, especially in winter. Breeding takes place during the rains.

Order

Anseriformes

Family

Anatidae — Ducks, Geese, Swans

Breeding range

Oriental Region, Australasia: India to ne Australia

Nonbreeding range

Australasia