01.01.09. Muscovy Duck, Cairina moschata

Author

• M. J. Walters
• S. K. Robinson
• Ann Hodgson, Editor
• Florida Ornithological Society

Files

Publisher

University of South Florida

Publication Date

2026

Abstract

Of the roughly 100 bird species introduced to Florida over the years, 14 are considered established species, including the Muscovy Duck. The native range of this large, bulky duck species includes Central and South America, Mexico, and the southernmost regions of Texas.

Keywords

Ornithology, Breeding, Ducks

Extent

1 PDF of 3 pages

Series Title

Florida Ornithological Society, Special Publication no. 9

Language

English

Digital Date

2026

Media Type

Atlases

Format

Digital Only

Type

Article

Recommended Citation

Walters, M. J.; Robinson, S. K.; Hodgson, Ann; and Florida Ornithological Society, "01.01.09. Muscovy Duck, Cairina moschata" (2026). 01.01. Anatidae - Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl. 14.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/bba2_anatidae/14