Mallard Anas platyrhynchos
Owned by David Fefferman (@David).
Notes
Two male Mallards in breeding plumage resting on artificial turf.
Details
Identification
- Bird Family
- Anatidae
- Family Common Name
- Ducks, Geese, and Swans
- Life Stage
- Adult
- Sex
- Male
- Size
- 50–65 cm (20–26 in) in length
- Color
- Green, yellow, brown, grey, white, black
- Wing Shape
- Broad
- Tail Shape
- Short
- Plumage
- Breeding, Definitive Alternate
- Plumage Description
- Iridescent bottle-green head, white collar, chestnut-brown breast, greyish-white underparts and flanks, and black tail with white borders.
Observation Details
- Number Observed
- 2
- Date Seen
- Apr 16, 2026
- Time Seen
- 1:15
- Location Name
- Disneyland
Environment
- Habitat Type
- Urban / Suburban
- Weather Conditions
- Partly Cloudy
Behavior
- Behavior Observed
- Resting
Observer Notes
- Distance to Bird
- 10
- Distance Unit
- Feet
Tracking & Conservation
- Conservation Status
- Least Concern (LC)
- Added Details
- Two male Mallards in breeding plumage resting on artificial turf.
Mallard
Anas platyrhynchos
Observation Details
Environment
Behavior
Observer Notes
Tracking & Conservation
Added Details
Two male Mallards in breeding plumage resting on artificial turf.
Item Lore
The mallard is a prominent member of the Anatidae family, widely recognized for its vibrant, iridescent plumage and distinctive color patterns. Its broad wings and sturdy build are classic examples of the physical traits found in this diverse group of waterfowl, making it a quintessential subject for those interested in the study and appreciation of birds.
Mallard
Anas platyrhynchos
Added Details
Two male Mallards in breeding plumage resting on artificial turf.
Observation Details
Environment
Behavior
Observer Notes
Tracking & Conservation
Item Lore
The mallard is a prominent member of the Anatidae family, widely recognized for its vibrant, iridescent plumage and distinctive color patterns. Its broad wings and sturdy build are classic examples of the physical traits found in this diverse group of waterfowl, making it a quintessential subject for those interested in the study and appreciation of birds.