kkitty

15 Jul 2012, MP







Many thanks.

tsheunglai

Dear Kitty

How are you?

It's quite a surprise that you've found a Ferruginous duck at such a date, though MP's and around is the
best area for finding one.

Look at the eye and undertail coverts. They are white. Plus overall chestnut brown. In 'A Field Guide to
the Birds of Japan' it's also called White-eyed Pochard.

Cheers

S L Tai

brendank

It seems to be in perfect condition though at this date would seem likely to be an escape.

kkitty

Thanks for both replies.

I am surprised too to see this rare visitor in this season.