Scientific Name Mergus squamatus Alternative Names Chinese Merganser, Asian Scaly-sided Merganser Measurements Feature Male Female Length 58–67 cm (23–26 in) Slightly smaller Weight Around 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) Around 1.3 kg (2.9 lb) Wingspan 80–94 cm (31–37 in) 80–94 cm (31–37 in) Status An endangered duck found mainly in the forests and rivers of the…
The mohawk is one of the most recognizable hairstyles in the world — bold, confident, and full of personality. Worn by everyone from rebels to rock stars, it has long symbolized individuality and strength. But did you know that some ducks are born with their own natural version of this iconic style? In the duck…
Scientific Name Chenonetta jubata Alternative Names: Australian Wood Duck, Maned Duck, Maned Goose Measurements: Feature Male Female Length 45–51 cm (18–20 in) 45–51 cm (18–20 in) Weight 1.0–1.2 kg (2.2–2.6 lb) 0.9–1.1 kg (2.0–2.4 lb) Wingspan About 80 cm (31 in) About 80 cm (31 in) Status Common and widespread across Australia. Not threatened. The…
Scientific Name Anas platyrhynchos domesticus (domestic breed) Alternative Names Pomeranian Duck, Pommern Duck (German: Pommernente) Measurements Feature Male Female Length Around 60 cm (24 in) Around 55 cm (22 in) Weight About 3 kg (6.6 lb) About 2.5–2.7 kg (5.5–6 lb) Wingspan Not recorded Not recorded Status The Pomeranian Duck is a traditional landrace breed…
Scientific Name Anas platyrhynchos domesticus (domestic breed) Alternative Names Black East Indian, East Indie Duck, Black Indie Measurements Feature Male Female Length Around 50 cm (20 in) Around 45 cm (18 in) Weight Up to 1 kg (2.2 lb) Slightly less than 1 kg (2.2 lb) Wingspan Not recorded Not recorded Status The East Indie,…
Scientific Name Tadorna variegata Alternative Names Paradise Duck, Painted Duck, Pūtangitangi (Māori) Measurements Feature Male Female Length 63–71 cm (25–28 in) 63–71 cm (25–28 in) Weight About 1.7 kg (3.8 lb) About 1.3 kg (2.8 lb) Wingspan Around 90 cm (35 in) Around 90 cm (35 in) Status The Paradise Shelduck is endemic to New…
Have you spotted a duck with black feet and are trying to identify its species? You’re in the right place. While foot color alone may not be enough to confirm an identification, it can offer a useful clue to narrow down your options. Several duck species have black feet, and recognizing this feature can help…
Scientific Name Anas flavirostris Alternative Names Chilean Teal, Sharp-winged Teal Measurements Measurement Range Imperial Length 360–430 mm 14–17 in Weight 400–500 g 0.9–1.1 lb Wingspan 600–700 mm 24–28 in Status Listed as Least Concern by the IUCN due to its wide distribution and stable population across South America. Identification A small, compact teal characterized by…
Scientific Name Anas diazi Alternative Names Mexican Mallard Measurements Measurement Range Imperial Length 510–560 mm 20–22 in Status Least Concern globally; populations show a slow decline due to hybridization, habitat loss, and overhunting. Identification A medium-sized dabbling duck resembling a female mallard but with a darker overall body tone. Both sexes are mainly brown with…
Scientific Name Anas poecilorhyncha Alternative Names Indian Spot-billed Duck, Spotbill, Gheret-pai, Garam-pai Measurements Measurement Range Imperial Length 550–630 mm 22–25 in Weight 790–1,500 g 1.7–3.3 lb Wingspan 830–950 mm 33–37 in Status Least Concern globally; stable populations across the Indian subcontinent. Identification A large dabbling duck, similar in size to the mallard, with scaly brown-grey…