Australian Shelduck

Tadorna tadornoides

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Anseriformes · Anatidae

About

The Australian shelduck, also known as the chestnut-breasted shelduck or mountain duck, is a shelduck, a group of large goose-like ducks part of the bird family Anatidae. The genus name Tadorna comes from Celtic roots and means "pied waterfowl". They have a striking chestnut-coloured breast and black body. They are protected under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974.

Fun Fact

Australian Shelducks can be seen in flocks of up to 1000 or more.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is lakes in fairly open country.

Diet

Eat tubers and other plant material, such as saltbush and samphire, along with a range of insects, crustaceans and molluscs.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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