The Spotted Whistling Duck is one of the larger Whistling Ducks and is sometimes called the Spotted Tree Duck. They nest in tree cavities and like to roost in trees overlooking the water. Like other Whistling Ducks they have a distinctive whistling call.

Size

Typical Adult is 43-50cm (17-19in).

Food

Grazes on grasses, aquatic plants, shoots, stems, seeds, leaves, also insects, snails, and frogs.

Habitat/Range

Lakes, pools, marshes, and freshwater swamps in southern Philippines, Indonesia, New Guinea, and recently into Australia.

Breeding

Starting in September (rainy season).

Eggs

9 to 10 (creamy-buff colour).

River Cottage's collection of Whistling Ducks changes regularly. Please visit us regularly to keep up-to-date with our flock

£220 per pair

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Note: All birds are subject to availability and we reserve the right to alter prices as the market and our costs dictate. Viewing is strictly by appointment. Please contact us for futher details

+44 (0)1223 845255
+44 (0)7980 386693

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