Patagonian Crested Duck

Lophonetta specularioides specularioides

Breeds in the Falkland Islands.

Males and Females look similar, with Males having a slightly more prominent crest than females.

The feathers of the mantle, back and scapulars are dark brown with pale centers, giving a mottled appearance.

The abdomen, flanks and tail coverts are light gray, with the tail itself being distinctly elongated and black.

The upperwing is gray brown to light brown, with the secondaries having an iridescent coppery to greenish sheen, with a broad back band behind, narrowly edged with white.

Juveniles are similar but lack crests, have light brown faces, and paler abdomens than Adults.