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Gadwall

Anas strepera ORDER: ANSERIFORMES FAMILY: ANATIDAE

IUCN Conservation Status: Least Concern

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A common duck of lakes and ponds, the Gadwall appears drab from a distance. Up close, however, the male shows a remarkable pattern of intricate markings on all of its body feathers.

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Calls

A raspy "reb."

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