Maned Duck
Chenonetta jubata
LCLeast Concern Endemic to Australia
- Family
- Ducks, Swans, and Geese (Anatidae)
- Order
- Anseriformes
Overview
The Australian wood duck, maned duck, or maned goose (Chenonetta jubata) is a dabbling duck found throughout much of Australia. It is the only living species in the genus Chenonetta.
Summary from Wikipedia, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Range and habitat
Australia including Tasmania (but not western deserts or Cape York Peninsula).
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Australian wood duck
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
