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Mallard duck
Anas platyrhynchos
36.8694, -76.0532
Field Notes
Description:
The male mallard, or wild, duck is easily distinguished by its bright green head (appears purple in some light), gray and white body, and bright blue areas on the back of its wings where flaps would be positioned on most airplanes. Together with their bright orange "landing gear," they are a beautiful sight, especially when coming in to land on water.
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Mallard
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJuly 30, 2013
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