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Similar to behavior and nesting requirements to other "blue shouldered" waterfowl, such as the Cinnamon Teal. Care must be given not to allow these closely related species not to hybridize. Here at Penners and Feathers many aviaries to separate them to ensure pure breeding. Will nest in ground boxes, or heavy natural cover. Can produce fertile eggs within there first year. No permit reuired for these New Zealand birds.
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