White-faced Whistling Duck

Dendrocygna viduata

The White-faced Whistling Duck is a medium-sized waterfowl species found in sub-Saharan Africa and parts of South America. It is characterized by its distinctive white face, black crown, and chestnut-brown body. These ducks are often found in a variety of wetland habitats, including marshes, lakes, and rivers. They are known for their whistling calls, which are used for communication within the flock. White-faced Whistling Ducks are primarily herbivorous, feeding on aquatic plants and grasses. They are considered a species of least concern by the IUCN, with stable populations in their range.

Habitat: Wetlands, marshes, lakes, rivers