In Africa, they are found south of the Sahara from Senegal to Ethiopia and to Southern Africa. They are also found on Madagascar. Habitat White-faced whistling ducks live in a variety of wetland areas. Their preference tends to be freshwater bodies in open areas. They are sometimes found in very small bodies of open water.
Males are usually smaller than females.
The name white-faced whistling duck comes from the bird's white face and it's characteristic three note whistle. The bill is black, while the throat is white, and the back of the head and neck are black. Legs and feet are gray. The lower neck, chest and back are rust colored, while sides are narrowly barred black and white. Life Span Life span in the wild not documented.