Geographic Distribution
Quick Facts
- Size
- 38 - 45 cm
- Weight
- 400 - 900 g
- Diet
- Small crustaceans, Insects, Plants, Algae
Habitat
WetlandsRiversLakesCoastal areas
Behavior
- Feeds on small crustaceans, insects, and plants in wetlands and aquatic habitats
- Breeds in large colonies on islands and in wetlands
- Monogamous, with pairs forming during breeding season
- Migrates between breeding and non-breeding grounds