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This book describes the physical characteristics, behaviour, and habitat of the blue duck and looks at the threats to its survival in the wild. The Blue Duck is found only in New Zealand and gets its name form the blue-grey colour of the feathers on its head and back.Contents
Contents : Whio, the blue duck; size; habitat; adaptive features; hunting for food; the river, home territory; breeding; the young ducklings; defence; predators; conservation; scientists;Additional Info
Photos by D. Garrick and others, courtesy of DOC. Map by Sandra Parkkali.