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Muscovy Duck

Cairina moschata

Photo by WbWoodby
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Large duck with caruncles across eyes and bill. Native to Mexico and South America.

Notes:

Raised for meat and pest control in U.S.

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PublishedApril 20, 2013

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