Female mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos) Science Image
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Female mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos)
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Female mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos). This species is one of the most common and widespread dabbling ducks in the UK. In the breeding season it is found in a variety of wetland habitats including large and small lakes, reservoirs, slow- moving rivers, coastal marshes and pools. It feeds on seeds, acorns, plant material, insects and shellfish.
