Mandarin Duck
OrderAnseriformes
FamilyAnatidae
HabitatForest Lakes
RangeEast Asia
Length47 cm
Wingspan72 cm
Weight450 g
DietOmnivore
About the Mandarin Duck
Considered the most beautiful duck. In East Asian culture they symbolize love and fidelity. Nest in trees. Chicks jump from nests at one day old unharmed.
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