SUPER ANIMAL: Duck -see also Mallard

Monday 18 June 2012

Duck -see also Mallard

The Mallard Duck is closely related to domesticated ducks. There are over 60 subspecies that have been identified. The overall size of this duck can depend on the subspecies of parents, location, and food resources. They range in size from 20 to 26 inches long. They have a wingspan that It is simple to tell the gender of a Mallard Duck based on the color of the top of the head. For males it is a very bold green or blue. For females it is a light shade of brown. The body can be various shades of brown with white and even some blue on the feathers. They are very pretty and they are also very graceful when they are in flight.