Ruddy Shelduck

Tadorna ferruginea

The Ruddy Shelduck, also known as Tadorna ferruginea, is a distinctive and colorful waterfowl species. It is characterized by its bright rufous plumage, white wing patches, and a contrasting blue-green speculum. This medium-sized duck is known for its noisy and gregarious nature, often forming large flocks during migration. Ruddy Shelducks are primarily found in open habitats near water bodies such as lakes, rivers, and marshes. They are known for their strong, direct flight and are often seen in pairs or small groups. These ducks are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of plant matter, insects, and small aquatic creatures. The Ruddy Shelduck is not considered globally threatened and is known for its adaptability to a range of habitats.

Habitat: Wetlands, lakes, rivers, and marshes

Ruddy Shelduck
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Tours where you can spot this bird

North India Fixed Departure Birding Tour
North India Fixed Departure Birding Tour
India / Delhi Group tour 15 days | 0h

Delhi – Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary - Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Chambal - Agra - Delhi- Corbett- Pangot- Sattal - Delhi...

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Little Rann of Kutch Short Birding Tours
Little Rann of Kutch Short Birding Tours
India / Bhuj Private tour 5 days | 0h

The location of the Little Rann of Kutch at the crossroads of Palearctic avian migration route makes it an excellent hotspot for a Short Bir...

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Kaziranga & Meghalaya Short Birding Tour
Kaziranga & Meghalaya Short Birding Tour
India / Guwahati Private tour 6 days | 0h

Guwahati – Kaziranga National Park - Shillong - Cherrapunji...

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Nameri Kaziranga Short Birding Tours
Nameri Kaziranga Short Birding Tours
India / Guwahati Private tour 6 days | 0h

Guwahati – Nameri National Park - Kaziranga National Park...

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Rajasthan Birding Tour
Rajasthan Birding Tour
India / Jaipur Private tour 15 days | 0h

Delhi – Udaipur – Mount Abu - Jodhpur – Jaisalmer - Desert National Park - Phalodi – Khichan – Tal Chhapar - Sambhar Wildlife Sanc...

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North India Birding Tour
North India Birding Tour
India / Delhi Private tour 15 days | 0h

Delhi – Ranthambore National Park - Bharatpur - Keoladeo National Park - Dholpur - Agra - Corbett National Park - Kumeria - Pangot - Sat T...

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Bharatpur Chambal Short Birding Tours
Bharatpur Chambal Short Birding Tours
India / Bharatpur Private tour 5 days | 0h

Delhi – Dholpur - National Chambal Sanctuary -Bharatpur - Keoladeo National Park...

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Eaglenest & Meghalaya Birding Tour
Eaglenest & Meghalaya Birding Tour
India / Guwahati Private tour 17 days | 0h

Delhi – Guwahati – Nameri National Park - Lama Camp – Bompu Camp - Sessni Camp - Khellong - Eaglenest Pass - Dirang – Sangti Valley ...

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Ladakh Birding Tour
Ladakh Birding Tour
India / Leh Private tour 10 days | 0h

Delhi – Leh - Khardung La - Puga - Tso Moriri – Tso Kar...

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