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Mallard Ducks and Ducklings

Anas platyrhynchos

Photo by LeslieF
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Field Notes

Description:

The male birds have a bright green head, while the female's is light brown.

Habitat:

The Mallard lives in wetlands, eats water plants, and is gregarious. It is also migratory.

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