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Muscovy duck

Cairina moschata

Description:

This specimen is a large male, or drake, that appears to be fully developed. While mostly seen in the water, this duck occasionally walks in the shallows. It is seen, even less frequently, departing the water altogether to forage for food on land.

Habitat:

Throughout the Americas: Canada; United States; Mexico; and through Central and South America.

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Rustic 41
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Rustic 41

Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA

Spotted on Sep 29, 2013
Submitted on Sep 29, 2013

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