Freckled Ducks near Forbes

[Ian Montgomery <>]

When I was driving from Victoria to Townsville two weeks ago, I didn't 
have a lot of time for birding.  However, a sign saying "Bird Hide" on 
the Newell Highway 5 Km south of Forbes attracted my attention.  The 
sign pointed to Gum Swamp, just west of the Highway, where I counted at 
least 10 Freckled Ducks among the Pink-eared and other species of 
ducks.  There were probably more, as I didn't search very thoroughly.  
There was also a male Blue-billed Duck.  That was on the 28 Feb.
Pleasant interlude on a long drive.

Ian

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Ian Montgomery, Townsville, North Queensland, Australia
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