Mallard Hybrids (Anas platyrhynchos x Anas fulvigula fulvigula)

Author

K. M. McBride
A. Auger
A. T. Fanning
Ann Hodgson, EditorFollow
Florida Ornithological Society

Files

Publisher

University of South Florida

Publication Date

1-1-2023

Abstract

The Mallard complex of ducks is a suite of 14 closely related species found throughout the world whose genetics are just beginning to be understood. Within the complex, the wild-type mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) is the sole ancestor to most domesticated ducks.

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

McBride, K. M.; Auger, A.; Fanning, A. T.; Hodgson, Ann; and Florida Ornithological Society, "Mallard Hybrids (Anas platyrhynchos x Anas fulvigula fulvigula)" (2023). Family 01: Anatidae. 11.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/bba2_anatidae/11