Mallard

Anas platyrhynchos

The most commonly found duck in the world, the Mallard numbers nearly 10 million in North America alone. The strong and fast-flying Mallard is the forefather of the domestic white duck and frequently breeds with it.

Look For : Male has a green head and neck, white neck ring and purple breast, and gray wings and body. Orange legs and yellow bill are very noticeable. The female is speckled brown with an orange-and-black speckled bill.

Length : 18-24".

Habitat : Rivers, lakes, marshes.

Range : Most of Canada and all of U.S.