Falcated Duck
FALCATED DUCK, male
Anas falcata
Family Anatidae
rare, accidental
L 530 mm (20.8"),
Bird # 493 - January 2016
This bird breeds in Eastern Russia and winters in East Asia. It was first spotted in the Philippines by Kevin Artiaga on January 7, 2016 in Candaba, Pampanga. This photo of the new country record was taken the on Jan 10, 2016.
It is an easy duck to ID with the iridescent green that shines when the sun hits it just right. It has a white spot on the bill.
Read MoreAnas falcata
Family Anatidae
rare, accidental
L 530 mm (20.8"),
Bird # 493 - January 2016
This bird breeds in Eastern Russia and winters in East Asia. It was first spotted in the Philippines by Kevin Artiaga on January 7, 2016 in Candaba, Pampanga. This photo of the new country record was taken the on Jan 10, 2016.
It is an easy duck to ID with the iridescent green that shines when the sun hits it just right. It has a white spot on the bill.
