Mallard

Anas platyrhynchos

The Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) is a common and widespread dabbling duck that is native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It is known for its distinctive iridescent green head, white neck ring, and chestnut-brown chest. Mallards are highly adaptable and can be found in a variety of wetland habitats, including lakes, ponds, rivers, and marshes. They are omnivorous, feeding on a diet of aquatic plants, insects, and small fish. Mallards are medium-sized ducks, with males (drakes) being larger and more colorful than females (hens). They are considered a species of Least Concern by the IUCN, due to their large and stable population.

Habitat: Wetlands, lakes, ponds, rivers, marshes