Black-bellied Whistling-Duck
Dendrocygna autumnalis
Black-bellied Whistling Ducks are becoming more and more common in our suburban areas. The only place I used to see them regularly is out on the Katy prairie and they would all be gone before duck season started. It's almost like they knew it was time to clear out when the teal started showing up. Now you'll see them in retention ponds and swimming pools in neighborhoods. I've had them roost in our pine trees. I enjoy hearing them whistle to each other as they fly over; it always gets my attention. This one was photographed at Estero Llano Grande State Park in the summer. There was a flock of about 3 dozen there and this one was coming in to join the group.
No comments:
Post a Comment