Aquatic Avian Marvels: 10 Water Paddling Birds of Northeast India

Oct07,2024

Known as Brahminy ducks, these striking orange-brown birds can be seen gliding on lakes and rivers across the region.

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Ruddy Shelduck  

A common resident, these ducks are known for their distinct yellow-tipped bills and frequent paddling in wetlands and ponds.

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Indian Spot-billed Duck

 Often spotted in large flocks, these small whistling ducks paddle gracefully in shallow lakes, ponds, and rice paddies.

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Lesser Whistling Duck

With their elongated tail feathers and lily-walking ability, these birds thrive in wetlands, effortlessly paddling through aquatic vegetation.

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Pheasant-tailed Jacana 

 A wading bird that can often be seen paddling in shallow waters of marshes and rivers, searching for fish.

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Purple Heron 

A migratory duck with elegant long necks, frequently seen paddling in the freshwater bodies during winter months in Northeast India.

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Northern Pintail   

Known for its striking black and white plumage, these large birds wade through water in search of fish and frogs in the region’s wetlands.

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Black-necked Stork   

This small duck species, a winter visitor, paddles in large flocks in freshwater lakes and ponds across the region.

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Common Teal