Black-headed Duck
- Score
- 0.6079271
- Family
- Anatidae
- Tail Shape
- rounded
- Wing Shape
- broad
Why it matters
The Black-headed Duck is a unique species from South America, notable for being the only obligate brood parasite among all waterfowl. Unlike other ducks, it lays its eggs in the nests of other birds, such as coots and gulls, leaving its offspring to be raised by foster parents.
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