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Mallard

mallard
Photo: Rolf Dietrich Brecher from Germany · CC BY 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) is an omnivorous bird native to North America and Europe.

Scientific name
Anas platyrhynchos
Class
Bird
Family / order
Anatidae
Diet
Omnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Found in
North America, Europe
Weight
843 g
Lifespan
29.1 years
Activity
Diurnality
Collective noun
a sord
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a mallard eat?

The mallard is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.

How big is a mallard?

The mallard weighs around 843 g.

How long do mallards live?

In the wild, the mallard can live up to about 29.1 years.

Where do mallards live?

Mallards are found in North America and Europe, in terrestrial habitats.

What is a group of mallards called?

A group of mallards is called a sord.

Is the mallard endangered?

The mallard is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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