Recently, a friend asked me to help her identify a black duck with red eyes. At first, it sounded like a simple question — but it’s actually trickier than it seems! With more than 50 types of ducks found around the world, only a handful stand out with this rare and striking combination of dark…
A red beak is one of those features that instantly catches your eye when watching birds — it adds a splash of color that makes them unforgettable. Ducks with red beaks, in particular, always seem to stand out from the flock. Whether it’s a soft pinkish-red or a bright fiery shade, that touch of color…
Ducks tend to be more unique than we give them credit for, especially if we don’t take the time to really look at them. One cool feature I’ve come to notice over the years of watching and learning about ducks is how some of them wear what looks like a perfect white necklace — a…
There’s something almost mesmerizing about a duck with red eyes. Whether they glow like tiny rubies in the sunlight or flash briefly across the water’s surface, these vivid eyes have a way of catching your attention. Far from being strange or spooky, red eyes are a natural and fascinating trait found in several duck species…
Have you ever noticed how some ducks seem to have bright yellow eyes that stand out right away? Those golden eyes give them a sharp, watchful look that’s hard to miss, especially when the light catches them just right. Eye color in ducks can vary from dark brown to pale yellow, and in some species,…
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether a Pekin is a type of duck or a species of its own, you’re not alone. The world of ducks is full of fascinating variety — from wild waterfowl gliding across lakes to domesticated ducks waddling on farms. But when it comes to understanding species and breeds, the…