Duck - Wikipedia
WEBDivided among several subfamilies, they are a form taxon; they do not represent a monophyletic group (the group of all descendants of a single common ancestral species), since swans and geese are not considered ducks. Ducks are mostly aquatic birds, and may be found in both fresh water and sea water.
Guide To British Ducks | Identification Guides | Bird Spot
WEBA guide to identifying all the species of ducks found in the UK. Learn how to look for identifying features, the difference between the sexes, and behaviours.
Duck - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
WEBDucks are an immense group of aquatic birds, known as waterfowl. They are in the Anatidae family, and share this family with swans and geese as well. As a group, the vast majority of these birds are smaller than swans and geese. They usually live in fresh waters like lakes and ponds, but some species live in brackish or salt water.
The NHBS Guide to UK Duck Identification
WEBHana Ketley. 21st September 2021. ID guide Starting out Ornithology. Ducks are waterfowl from the family Anatidae, which also contains geese and swans. They are mostly aquatic birds and there are several resident, breeding and migrant species in the UK.
Duck Facts, Types, Identification, Habitat, Diet, Adaptations
WEBDucks are aquatic birds of the family Anatidae characterized by broad, flat bills and specialized webbed feet for swimming. These water birds are smaller, and they have shorter necks in comparison to their relatives (geese and swans).
Duck | Definition, Types, & Facts | Britannica
WEBDucks are generally divided into three major groups, dabbling (shallow-water), diving, and perching ducks, based on their characteristic behaviours. The mallard, a typical dabbling duck (any of about 38 species of Anas and about 5 species in other genera), is one of the most popular game birds.
Duck Bird Facts - A-Z Animals
WEB15 Feb 2023 · What is the main prey for Ducks? Ducks eat insects, frogs, plants, and shellfish. What are some distinguishing features of Ducks? Ducks have long, broad beaks and webbed feet. How many eggs do Ducks lay? Ducks typically lay 5 eggs. What is an interesting fact about Ducks? Ducks have rows of tiny plates lining their teeth! What is …
Ducks, Geese and Swans | BTO - British Trust for Ornithology
WEBThe 162 species of ducks, geese and swans are found throughout the world in all manner of wetland habitats from small ditches to rugged coasts (though they generally eschew the open ocean). They range in size from the small teals (weighing 250g-300g) to the swans, which may weigh 15kg or more.
Eider Duck Facts | Somateria Mollissima - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBLength 50-71cm. Habitats Marine and Intertidal. UK breeding birds 37,000 pairs. UK wintering 86,000 birds. Weight 1,200-2,800g. Wingspan 80-108cm. The UK's heaviest duck and its fastest flying. It is a true sea duck, rarely found away from coasts where it depends on coastal molluscs for food. Find out more.
Mallard Duck Facts | Anas Platyrhynchos - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBThe Mallard is a large and heavy-looking duck. It has a long body, and a long and broad bill. The male has a dark green head, a yellow bill, is mainly purple-brown on the breast and grey on the body. The female is mainly brown with an orange bill.
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