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Muscovy duck

Cairina moschata

Photo by Rustic 41
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Field Notes

Description:

This specimen is a large male, or drake, that appears to be fully developed. While mostly seen in the water, this duck occasionally walks in the shallows. It is seen, even less frequently, departing the water altogether to forage for food on land.

Habitat:

Throughout the Americas: Canada; United States; Mexico; and through Central and South America.

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Muscovy Duck

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