Continuing the archive — slow essays and observations from marshes, mangroves, and pondsides around the world.
№ 127 South Carolina's mix of wetlands, lakes, and rivers provide a variety of habitats for a range of bird species, including a diverse group of ducks. From the majestic Wood Duck to the elusive...
Tennessee's mix of wetlands, lakes, and rivers provides a variety of habitats for a range of bird species, including a diverse group of ducks. From the graceful Gadwall to the striking Hooded...
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№ 125 Texas's mix of wetlands, reservoirs, and lakes provide a variety of habitats for a range of bird species, including a diverse group of ducks. From the iconic Mallard to the stunning Wood Duck, each...
Wisconsin lies directly in one of the most important migration routes — the Mississippi Flyway. Naturally, all kinds of birds, including ducks, use the state’s forests and wetlands, such as the...
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№ 123 Wyoming is a state located in the western United States. Its diverse landscape includes the Rocky Mountains, the Great Plains, and several national parks. The weather in Wyoming can be extreme. Big...
The American black duck (Anas rubripes) is a large dabbling duck native to North America that stands out in the duck family for its distinctive size and coloration. The male and female of this...
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№ 121 The American wigeon is a medium-sized duck native to North America. It is also known as the baldplate due to the white crown or white stripe of the male duck that resembles a bald man's head. As a...
The common eider is a sea duck, also known as the St. Cuthbert's duck or Cuddy's duck. It is the largest duck in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a wide population distribution, with breeding ranges...
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№ 119 The common goldeneye (Bucephala clangula), also known as the American goldeneye, is a medium-sized diving duck native to North America, northern Europe and East Asia. The common goldeneye is a...
The common merganser, also known as the goosander in Europe, is a large sea duck belonging to the taxonomic family of Anatidae. It has three recognized subspecies which include M. m. merganser, M. m....
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№ 117 A naturalist's identification guide to the Common Shelduck - distinctive bottle-green head, chestnut breast band, red bill knob. Where to find it, how it differs from other ducks, and the British coast as its stronghold.
Alabama is a top destination for birders. The Heart of Dixie is home to many different bird species. Alabama’s diverse landscape also provides a wide variety of bird habitats, including forests,...
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