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Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

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Field Notes

Description:

Wingspan: 2 feet
They weigh up to 2 pounds
They are also 14-16 inches in length

Habitat:

These ducks originated in Canada
But now they are found in many places in the USA

Notes:

They are known for their blue bills
Also they are rarely found on land, they spend most of their time in the water

Reference Links:

http://rosamondgiffordzoo.org/assets/uploads/animals/pdf/NorthAmericanRuddyDuck…

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PublishedAugust 28, 2013

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