Adult

Long-necked duck with a red bill and long red legs. Its body is mostly chestnut, with a black belly and a gray face. The white patch in the wings appears as a stripe down its wing while at rest.

Adult

In flight shows a large white patch on the upperwings. Often flies with head slightly down.

Adult

Adult with juvenile

Juveniles are browner than adults, with a black bill and flesh colored legs, but without the black belly.

Adult

Nests in large holes or hollows in trees as well as nest boxes.

Adult

Adult

Often perches in trees where it nests.

Adult

Gregarious and social bird seen in groups year-round. Frequently seen perching on fence posts or wires especially near agricultural fields and flooded rice fields.

Adult and juvenile

Adult