I was sorting through some photos, and asked Susan about the photos of the little goose she took at Yarangobilly. It turns out that it was an Australian Wood Duck.
The Australian wood duck, maned duck or maned goose (Chenonetta jubata) is a dabbling duck found throughout much of Australia. It is the only living species in the genus Chenonetta. Maybe if there were more members of the genus they could reach a decision, but it looks like a mini goose to me.
Sometimes I think it's just as well I'm not an taxonomist.
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