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American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

Description:

American Black Ducks are very similar to Mallards -- in size and in colour (but slightly duller & darker) -- and hybridization is pretty common with them.

Habitat:

Found throughout North America.

Notes:

The mom had several babies following her closely; and not too far away -- there were several adult male ducks feeding.

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Aurora, Ontario, Canada

Spotted on Jul 11, 2013
Submitted on Jul 11, 2013

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