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Australia · Victoria · Southern Grampians| Common Animals Fish Mushrooms Flora |
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Anas gibberifrons |
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July: Incubation. Females incubate eggs while males guard the territory.
Completely harmless. Common river duck. Hunting Water Duck popular among waterfowl hunters. Meat valued for delicate flavor. Feathers used for making traditional decorations.
Inhabits freshwater rivers and lakes with dense vegetation. Feeds on aquatic plants and small animals. Mostly active during morning and evening hours.
Hunting from boat and shore on rivers and lakes Use of calls and decoy ducks Shooting during morning and evening hours
Hunting is successful in calm and windless weather. Choose areas with dense shoreline vegetation. Use camouflage and blinds.
Quick dressing preserves meat flavor. Feathers can be used for crafts and decorations. Careful skinning due to density. Meat is of standard duck quality, suitable for consumption.
Breast: Frying, roasting
Thigh: Braising, frying
Thigh: Braising, frying
Pan-fried Water Duck with Spices (Pan-frying)
Aromatic meat with rich flavor
Aromatic meat with rich flavor
1. Marinate meat with garlic and spices.
2. Fry until golden brown.
3. Serve with vegetables or side dish.
2. Fry until golden brown.
3. Serve with vegetables or side dish.
Braised Water Duck with Onions (Braising)
Meat tender and juicy
Meat tender and juicy
1. Brown meat with onions.
2. Add spices and broth.
3. Braise under lid for about 1 hour.
2. Add spices and broth.
3. Braise under lid for about 1 hour.