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Mandarin Duck, Chinese Duck
| Common Name | Mandarin Duck, Chinese Duck |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aix Galericulata |
| Behavior | - Often seen in pairs or small groups - Known for their elaborate courtship display - Migratory in some regions |
| Habitat | Forested areas near lakes, rivers, and marshes; often found in Eastern Asia (China, Japan, Korea), introduced populations in Europe and North America |
| Diet | Omnivorous: feeds on seeds, acorns, aquatic plants, insects, snails, and small fish |
| Coloration | Grayish-lavender tone to her plumage, and a white eye-ring and stripe running back from the eye |
| Interesting Facts | - Mandarin ducks are known for their striking beauty and are often featured in art and literature - They are monogamous and form strong pair bonds |
| Reproduction | - Breeding season: April to May - Nest in tree cavities - Lay 9-12 eggs - Incubation period: about 30 days - Chicks are precocial and leave the nest soon after hatching |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (IUCN Red List) |
| Cultural Significance | Symbol of love and fidelity in Chinese and Japanese cultures |
| Geographic Range |
 China Japan South Korea |
| Classification | Zoology |
| Type | Birds |
| Group | Raft, Flock, Badelynge, Brace, Bunch, Paddling |
| Length / Size | 41 ↣ 49 / Centimeter |
| Weight / Mass | 430 ↣ 690 / Gram |
| Wingspan | 26 ↣ 30 / Inch |
| Life Span | 6 ↣ 7 / Year |
| Swim Speed | Up to 21 / Miles per hour |
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