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Three of these unusual hybrids were found last weekend and I was able to locate one of them today. The bill shape and plumage is a nice mix of both species of duck. Both species do have similar nesting habits, using nest boxes or tree cavities.
Spotted on Oct 10, 2013
Submitted on Oct 11, 2013
8 Comments
Thanks Jemma. It's better than the usual Mallard/Black Duck hybrid.
I have seen tons of hybrids. This one is amazing and unusual.
Thanks Joshua, these 2 species make a nice looking hybrid.
Wow! Two of my favorite ducks got married!
Thanks for the comments Marta, lori and Liam!
That is AWESOME. Very neat sighting.
Nice catch. Ducks can be fairly promiscuous and hybrids of similar species are uncommon, but hardly unheard of.
Nice! The first time I see such a hybrid!