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Chiloe wigeon

South America·Bird

These compact birds are primarily brown and white in color with iridescent green feathers behind the eyes. Both males and females have iridescent feathers, although the females are slightly duller in color than the males. Even juveniles sport the green feathers.

  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • Life span20-30 years
  • Body size32 in. wingspan
  • Native habitat Wetlands of southern South America
  • DietGrasses, seeds, and worms
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