Category: Anseriformes


  • Green Pygmy Goose

    Nettapus pulchellus The Green Pygmy Goose is a small, surface-feeding duck found in northern Australia’s tropical freshwater wetlands. These tiny birds are characterized by their distinctive green backs, white cheek patches in males (duller in females), and finely scalloped underparts. They are primarily found in areas with abundant aquatic vegetation like water lilies, which provide their food…

  • Mute swan

    Cygnus olor The national bird of Denmark, and the subject of one of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytales, the Mute swan is always great to see. These photos are from spring 2025.