Use these tips to classify one of the most widespread and least ornate duck species in the world. Read More “Identifying Gadwall”
Gadwall, adult male. January in Maricopa County, Arizona. Photo by Brian E. Small
Mallard
Why Mallards and other birds have no teeth and sometimes eat pebbles
It is generally well known that birds lack teeth. What is not as well known is that ancient birds had them. Several fossil bird species … Read More “Why Mallards and other birds have no teeth and sometimes eat pebbles”
Satellite-tagged migrating Mallards reveal importance of conserving wetlands
For the first time, ducks have been tracked closely during the entirety of their migration from Canada to the American Midwest and back. Investigators from … Read More “Satellite-tagged migrating Mallards reveal importance of conserving wetlands”
Flickr photo showcase: Ducks in flight
Today we are happy to share a bit of bird eye candy: gorgeous photos of flying ducks. We found each of the images below in … Read More “Flickr photo showcase: Ducks in flight”