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Muscovy duck

Cairina moschata

Photo by mary.gallo.m
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Field Notes

Description:

This is a domestic Muscovy duck. They are heavier than the wild Muscovy and show patches of white on head and body and redder face.

Habitat:

Ponds

Notes:

This duck is too heavy to fly. But, apparently one likes to swing on the swing.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
Maria dB
Stunning portrait in the first photo. This spotting should probably go in the captive animals mission as these are domestic ducks.

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PublishedOctober 9, 2013

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