Mallard Anas platyrhynchos

Owned by Mark S (@markymark).

Notes

Two male Mallards are visible swimming in what appears to be a man-made pond or fountain.

Details

Identification

Bird Family
Anatidae
Family Common Name
Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl
Life Stage
Adult
Sex
Male
Size
Medium-sized duck, approximately 50–65 cm long
Color
Iridescent green head, yellow bill, white neck ring, greyish body, and black rump.
Tail Shape
Rounded
Plumage
Breeding, Definitive Alternate
Plumage Description
The males show the classic iridescent green head, white collar, and grey flanks typical of breeding plumage.

Environment

Habitat Type
Aquatic (Pond), Urban / Suburban

Tracking & Conservation

Conservation Status
Least Concern (LC)
Added Details
Two male Mallards are visible swimming in what appears to be a man-made pond or fountain.

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Mallard Anas platyrhynchos by markymark

Mallard

Anas platyrhynchos

Life Stage
Adult
Sex
Male
Tail Shape
Rounded
Plumage
Breeding, Definitive Alternate
Bird FamilyAnatidae
Family Common NameDucks, Geese, and Waterfowl
SizeMedium-sized duck, approximately 50–65 cm long
ColorIridescent green head, yellow bill, white neck ring, greyish body, and black rump.
Plumage DescriptionThe males show the classic iridescent green head, white collar, and grey flanks typical of breeding plumage.

Environment

Habitat Type
Aquatic (Pond), Urban / Suburban

Tracking & Conservation

Conservation Status
Least Concern (LC)

Added Details

Two male Mallards are visible swimming in what appears to be a man-made pond or fountain.