Wildlife

Species Spotlight: Northern Shoveler

Written by Peter Pearsall/Photos by Peter Pearsall The Northern Shoveler (Anas clypeata) is a distinctive and fascinating species of dabbling duck known for its unique spoon-shaped bill, vibrant plumage, and

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Species Spotlight: Cinnamon Teal

Written by Peter Pearsall/Photo by Peter Pearsall The Cinnamon teal (Anas cyanoptera) is a small, striking species of dabbling duck found in the Americas, easily recognized by the rich cinnamon

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Species Spotlight: American Wigeon

Written by Peter Pearsall/Photos by Peter Pearsall The American wigeon (Mareca americana) is a medium-sized dabbling duck commonly found in a variety of wetland habitats, including marshes, ponds, lakes, and

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Species Spotlight: Ruddy Duck

Written by Peter Pearsall/Video by Dan Streiffert The ruddy duck (Oxyura jamaicensis) is a small to medium-sized diving duck that can be found in abundance on ponds, lakes, and sloughs

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Species Spotlight: Ring-necked Duck

The ring-necked duck is a medium-sized diving duck ranging widely across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. They inhabit freshwater habitats across Canada and the western U.S. during the breeding season and migrate as far south as Central America during the winter months.

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