Tuesday, 14 February 2012

Garganey

Scientific Name: 
Anas querquedula
Length: 
39 cm
Wingspan (mm): 
62 cm
Weight: 
380 g

Did You Know?

This species is specially protected by Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). This legislation protects Garganey from nest destruction, killing or injuring but also disturbance while breeding.