On a birding forum I occasionally visit, somebody asked: “What kinds of ducks are black with orange beaks?” As you’d expect, the replies quickly spiraled with everyone chiming in with their own guesses, some accurate, others… less so. So I decided to put together a proper guide featuring ducks that genuinely fit this description. If…
Have you spotted a duck with white stripe on bill and wondering what duck species it could be? It is likely a ring-necked duck, but a few others might fool you too. Let’s break it down simply so you can ID them next time you come across any them. The Top Pick: Ring-Necked Duck As…
Have you spotted a black diving duck with long neck and found yourself wondering what it could be? You’ve come to the right place. We’ll help you narrow it down using a few simple clues. There are over 40 species of diving ducks and about 45 ducks with long necks, but not all diving ducks are…
Have you spotted a small brown diving duck and found yourself wondering what it could be? You’ve come to the right place. We’ll help you narrow it down using a few simple clues. There are over 40 species of diving ducks, but only a handful truly fit the “small brown” description. Below, we’ve highlighted some…