Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos)

Author

R. D. Goodwin
Ann Hodgson, EditorFollow
Florida Ornithological Society

Files

Publisher

University of South Florida

Publication Date

1-1-2023

Abstract

The Mallard is one of the most widely distributed ducks in the world with breeding populations found on 3 continents. It is also known as an uncommon to common resident throughout Florida derived from domestic stock. It has become established mostly in urban areas around the large population centers of Tampa/St. Petersburg, Orlando, and Jacksonville.

Keywords

Ornithology, Breeding, Ducks

Extent

1 PDF of 5 pages

Geographic Location

Florida

Series Title

Florida Ornithological Society, Special Publication no. 9

Language

English

Digital Date

2023

Media Type

Atlases

Format

Digital Only

Type

Article

Recommended Citation

Goodwin, R. D.; Hodgson, Ann; and Florida Ornithological Society, "Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos)" (2023). Family 01: Anatidae. 10.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/bba2_anatidae/10