Mottled Duck

Anas fulvigula

The Mottled Duck is a medium-sized dabbling duck found in the coastal marshes and wetlands of the southeastern United States and Mexico. It has a distinctive mottled brown plumage with a slightly paler head and neck. Mottled Ducks are known for their unique quacking sound and are often found in pairs or small groups. They feed on aquatic plants, seeds, and small invertebrates, and are important members of their wetland ecosystems. The species faces threats from habitat loss and hunting, but conservation efforts are in place to protect their populations.

Habitat: Coastal marshes and wetlands