Mallard - Wikipedia The mallard ( ˈmælɑːrd, ˈmælərd ) or wild duck (Anas platyrhynchos) is a dabbling duck that breeds throughout the temperate and subtropical Americas, Eurasia, and North Africa
Mallard Identification, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of Ornithology Meet the Mallard! This quick 2-minute introduction presents all the basic information you need to know about this common North American bird, from identification to foods, nesting behavior, range, and more
Mallard | Audubon Field Guide Abundant over most of the northern hemisphere, the Mallard is the most familiar wild duck to many people, and the ancestor of most strains of domesticated ducks In many places this species has managed to domesticate itself, relying on handouts in city parks
12 Things You Didnt Know About the Common Mallard Duck The mallard is a large dabbling duck and one of the most recognizable large ducks, known for its size and distinctive feeding style The mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) is not only the most common duck in the world — it is the ancestor of nearly every domestic duck breed you’ve ever seen
Mallard Duck - National Geographic Kids Mallard ducks are the most common and recognizable wild ducks in the Northern Hemisphere You'll find mallard ducks near ponds, marshes, streams, and lakes, where they feed on plants,
13 Types of Mallard Ducks: Identification With Name Picture Mallard ducks are incredibly diverse, ranging from the classic wild green-headed drake to unique domestic and hybrid varieties In this guide, you’ll discover 13 distinct types of mallards—including rare subspecies, farm-raised breeds, and naturally occurring hybrids—each with its own look, behavior, and habitat preferences
Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) | U. S. Fish Wildlife Service The mallard, Anas platyrhynchos, is a medium to large dabbling duck and is the most abundant duck species in North America This species is found in all flyways and in almost any freshwater habitat The mallard drake is often called a "greenhead" due to its distinctive iridescent green head