The Four Keys to ID
- Size & Shape
The aptly named Northern Shoveler has a shovel-shaped bill that quickly sets it apart from other dabbling ducks. It is a medium-sized duck that tends to sit with its rear a bit higher out of the water almost like its bill is pulling its front half down.
Relative Size
Larger than an American Coot, smaller than a Mallard.
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- Both Sexes
- Length: 17.3-20.1 in (44-51 cm)
- Weight: 14.1-28.9 oz (400-820 g)
- Wingspan: 27.2-33.1 in (69-84 cm)
- Color Pattern
- Behavior
- Habitat