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Common Name
Muscovy Duck
Alternate NamesBackyard Duck, Mute Duck
Common TypeDuck
Order
Anseriformes
Family
Anatidae
Genus
Cairina
Species
moschata
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Location Photographed
Britain, FLA
Number of Sub-Species
0
Migratory or Resident
Non Migratory
Preferred Habitat
Forest swamps, lakes and streams but domesticated ducks are more accepting.
Distribution and Range
Native to Mexico and Central and South America with feral population established in the US, Australia, Europe and New Zealand
Food