The now- extinct Mariana mallard was probably originally derived from hybrids between this species and the mallard , which came to the islands during migration and settled there.
Not listed
Indigenous: Budhanbaa, Midbirrimba, Midbirrimbarlya, Ngulirri, Yet, Australian Wild Duck, Grey Duck, Black Duck, Blackie, Parera, Wild Duck, Brown Duck
At a glance
FamilyDucks, Geese, and Waterfowl
SizeLarge
RarityCommon
HabitatThis sociable duck is found in a variety of wetland habitats, and its nesting habits are much like those of the mallard , which is encroaching on its range in New Zealand.
Best timeReported across most months in Victoria, with no narrow seasonal peak.
Sounds
Sound sampleRecorded by Marc Anderson
Range map
Range map
12438visible hotspots
1161878visible records
6states
Low confidenceMediumHigh confidence
Aggregated occurance data is sourced from 14 different actively-updating datasets including eBird Australia, iNaturalist Australia, BirdLife Australia, and multiple state-based bird surveys through Atlas of Living Australia.
Species notes
Overview
Note purple/green metallic panel on wing and slightly domed head. Hybridizes with Mallard. Similar to female Mallard but note Pacific Black Duck’s darker coloration and distinctive striped cream head with gray bill, darker legs and feet. Also look for green speculum with black border in flight.
Gallery
Regional timing
Western Australia
New South Wales
Queensland
South Australia
Victoria
Tasmania
Northern Territory
Australian Capital Territory