White-faced wistling duck
Image copyright by Mark A. Chappell



These attractive ducks, with their plaintive whistling calls, are native to Africa and South America.  They are common in captivity throughout the world, and are fairly common escapees.   This bird was photographed at the San Diego Wild Animal Park in southern California.

  • Nikon F100, Sigma 800mm f5.6 APO, Ektachrome 100VS (2001)