Anyone know what this duck is??

Hello all,

Have just seen this duck on our local pond in Surrey. Does anyone know what it is as it's a beauty..

Thanks

  • Hi Louby, it's a male Wood Duck. They are native to North America but you get escapes from collections so they can be found in small numbers on our ponds and lakes. Keep an eye out for a female which is a fawn colour with speckling on its flank and breast.

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    Tony

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  • Thanks Tony, I did wonder if it was but wasn't sure. I will keep an eye out for the female. Many thanks