Gadwell | Hainault Forest

Gadwall

Anas strepera

©Michael Trump TQ4590 21/02/2025

Gadwalls are infrequent visitors to Hainault Lake, but are more common at nearby Fairlop Waters where the picture above was taken. Drakes have grey plumage and a black rear. Females are brown with a black speculum. They feed on stems, leaves and seeds.

TQ4792 26/09/2020 ©Raymond Small