After spending some time at Werribee WTP today looking at Ruff and looking for Stilt Sandpiper, we went across to Lake Borrie and saw this unusual duck. This duck appeared to be in distress, mostly floating motionless, occasionally making a slight “thrashing” movement. Could only get this rear shot, but am mystified what it is with the amount of white around the shoulder and neck. Northern Shoveller appears a possibility!? Any expert opinions??
http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/4rRG57Y2sNaEHZcDyqK5dA?feat=directlink
Bob Cook
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Peter
The duck was in probably the Easternmost point in Lake Borrie, just before the left hand bend that is before getting to the turnoff to the bird hide. It drifted into the tall grasses/rushes at the edge.
Bob Cook
Looks like it has a plastic bag around its neck. Maybe a male Blue-billed Duck?
Peter Shute