Where’s Wildlife · Bird Field Guide
Wood Duck
Aix sponsa
Pronounced (approx.): AY-iks SPON-suh
A crested duck of wooded wetlands that readily perches on branches and nests in cavities.
Three Identification Clues
A boxy, crested head, thin neck, and long broad tail create a distinctive shape.
Breeding males have a glossy green head with white markings, a chestnut breast, and pale sides.
Females are gray-brown with a prominent white teardrop-shaped patch around the eye.
Field Photographs
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The mixed-bird photograph is included for habitat context, not used as a quiz question.
Range & Sightings
Seasonal Range
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