Shoveler Cape (Anas smithii) male & female – near endemic – Western Cape, South Africa

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Shoveler Cape (Anas smithii) male & female – near endemic – Western Cape, South Africa

The male has a paler grey head and darker bill than the female and pale yellow eye, female has a dark eye.

  • Species:Cape Shoveler (Anas smithii)
  • Bird Type:Male & female - near endemic
  • FamilyDucks, Geese & Swans (Anatidae)
  • Date Taken20170401
  • Location:Strandfontein Sewerage Works
  • Area:Cape Town
  • Country:South Africa
  • Region:All Africa South of Sahara
Photo File Ref: BOA06604ab Shoveler Cape (m&f) NE 1 Strandfontein Sewerage Works Cape Town RSA April17 PH1_2140
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