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Identification  
 
 
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Males and females with long black neck and white cheek patch.
 
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Season:
spring migrant
no data
fall migrant
no data
year-round-resident
year-round-resident
  Jan     Feb    Mar     Apr    May     Jun    Jul     Aug     Sep    Oct     Nov    Dec    


Habitat: Foreshore, Freshwater
Preference for short grass areas with convenient access to water ie. city parks.

Feeding:
Dabbles
Ground Gleans
Vegetable matter.

Behaviour:
Flocks taking up permanent residence in urban areas. A highly intelligent and adaptable bird. Long-term pair bond and fidelity to nest area usually means they're here to stay.

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