Pacific Black Duck on pond showing reflection.

Photo taken on local pond in Bendigo.
Mottled brown dabbling duck with distinctive striped head pattern. Note purple/green metallic panel on wing and slightly domed head. Common throughout range, often found on or beside ponds, wetlands, and rivers. Hybridizes with Mallard. Similar to female Mallard but note Pacific Black Duck’s darker coloration and distinctive striped cream head with grey bill, darker legs and feet. Also look for green speculum with black border in flight