Australian Wood Duck/ Maned Goose Chenonetta jubata

Australian Wood Duck male
Maned Goose female
The Australian Wood Duck is also called the Maned Goose after its goose-like bill; it is not a goose but a shelduck (a goose-like duck) but some say it should be classed as a dabbling duck.
Australian Wood Duck The female Australian Wood Duck showing its similar plumage to a female Wood Duck
Maned Goose And showing her mane
Maned Goose male
Australian Wood Duck male
Maned Goose male
The male showing his mane that gives the duck its other name of Maned Goose and also showing his finely vermiculated sides.
Australian Wood Duck
Australian Wood Duck
Maned Goose
The Australian Wood Duck/Maned Geese can be found throughout Australia. Above are males.
Australian Wood Duck Camera-shy
Australian Wood Duck Showing her white underwing
Australian Wood Duck Females
Australian Wood Duck
Australian Wood Duck
Australian Wood Duck Three's a crowd (attractive reflection of reeds)