Black-bellied Whistling Ducks

The first time I ever saw a black-bellied whistling duck was in the bayou at Lake Martin about 1998.



There was a pair feeding in the shallows along the bayou.



The population has expanded dramatically in the last 5 years,




and now we have about 50 or more nesting pairs at Lake Martin.




What is really interesting about these in this photo is that the picture was taken in the middle of February.




These birds usually don't show up at Lake Martin until next month when they are about to nest.

If you would like to visit Lake Martin or any of the numerous nesting areas in the surrounding areas, I am available for consultation and guided trips.

I am Marcus de la Houssaye 337 298 2630

www.delahoussayes.com