They feed mainly on water plants, which they obtain by tipping-up in shallows—uncommonly by diving (with opened wings); they often forage near the shore for seeds and…

One of the most widespread ducks in the world, it is often domesticated and crossed with other tame duck species. It is usually found in or near water from flooded fields, marshes, and lakes to backyard …

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Apr 22, 2025 · Here, we assembled eight chromosome-level Anas genomes, combined with the Pekin duck genome, to investigate Anas evolution and domestication. We found that, compared to …

Adult females measure 20 to 25 inches (51 to 63.5 centimeters) and weighs 1 to 2.5 pounds (454 to 1135 g). Males have a dark brown head and white breast with a white streak extending up the side of …

Learn about Anas sp.: explore photos, sounds, and observations collected by birders around the world.

Anas rubripes breeds from Manitoba southeast to Minnesota, east through Wisconsin, Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, and in the forested portions of eastern Canada to …