Manderin Duck
The mandarin duck is a small, exotic-looking duck native to East Asia, famous for the male's spectacularly colorful plumage. They are often found in wooded ponds and fast-flowing streams.
Quick Facts
Lifespan
6-7 years
Habitat
Wooded ponds, rivers, and lakes
Diet
Seeds, plants, insects, snails, small fish
Region
East Asia, introduced in Europe and North America
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