Wood Duck
Aix sponsa
One of the most stunningly colorful of all waterfowl.
Size
47-54 cm
Wingspan
66-73 cm
Weight
454-862 g
Lifespan
10-12 years in the wild
Found In
North AmericaConservation
Least ConcernIdentification
Males have a distinctive iridescent green head with white stripes and a chestnut breast. Females are less colorful with a white eye-ring.
Habitat
Wooded swamps, lakes, and rivers.
Diet
Seeds, acorns, fruits, and aquatic insects.
Behavior
Nests in holes in trees, often high above the ground.
Distribution
North America.
Description
The Wood Duck or Carolina Duck is a species of perching duck found in North America. It is one of the most colorful North American waterfowl.
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