Continuing the archive — slow essays and observations from marshes, mangroves, and pondsides around the world.
№ 457 The Mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) is a small perching duck native to East Asia, primarily found in China, Japan, and Korea but now also appearing in Europe. It is known for its beautiful colorful...
The redhead duck (Aythya americana) is a medium-sized diving duck, easily recognizable by its rich chestnut-red head and bright blue bill. The redhead is also known as the red-headed duck and the...
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№ 455 The ring-necked duck (Aythya collaris) is a diving duck that is native to North America. It is named after the visible ring or collar at the base of its neck. It has a peaked head, black neck,...
Ducks have long been revered for their grace, beauty, and ability to adapt to their surroundings. In many cultures, ducks have been imbued with symbolism and meaning, representing a range of traits...
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№ 453 Swans are beautiful and elegant birds that are commonly found in ponds and lakes, where people love to feed them. While their primary diet consists of aquatic vegetation, many people also offer them...
Swans are beautiful creatures that are often found in ponds and lakes in USA , where people love to feed them. While their primary diet consists of aquatic vegetation, many people also offer them...
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№ 451 We all know that swans are graceful and majestic creatures that glide effortlessly on the water. But have you ever wondered what these elegant birds eat? While swans are known to munch on aquatic...
Feeding ducks and swans bread is a common pastime for many people visiting ponds and lakes. However, there has been some debate about whether bread is a suitable food for swans. While many believe...
№ 450 № 449 Grapes are a delicious and nutritious treat packed with antioxidants and other essential nutrients that can benefit most birds. But can swans eat grapes? Yes, swans can eat grapes as an occasional...
Swans are beautiful and graceful birds that are often found in ponds and lakes, where people love to feed them. While their primary diet consists of aquatic vegetation, many people also offer them...
№ 448 № 447 Swans are known for their grace and beauty , but did you know that these majestic birds are also omnivores? This means that their diet is diverse and includes a variety of plant and animal matter....
Swans are herbivorous birds that primarily consume aquatic vegetation like algae, duckweed, and water lilies. However, many people enjoy feeding swans with human food, including peanuts. While...
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