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Domestic Muscovy Duck

Cairina moschata domestica

Photo by MollyClements
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Field Notes

Habitat:

Sanctuary Lakes, Gunn.

Species ID Suggestions

Muscovy Duck (domesticated)

Cairina moschata domestica

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Comments (2)
lori.tas
They do wag their tails, and bob their heads. It's very cute. I have five myself. They originated in Central and South America, but are now a popular domestic species.
HannaCarswell
Im not sure what type but i know they wag their tail a lot lol
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PublishedOctober 6, 2013

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