Nikki's Gallery:   Musk Duck (1/2)

ANSERIFORMES: Anatidae

Biziura lobata  

The male Musk Duck is the largest of Australia's ducks and has a powerful build.

Musk Ducks get their name from the strong musk odour produced from a gland on the rump.

(Birds in Backyards: birdsinbackyards.net/species/Biziura-lobata)