23 Types of Waterfowl

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Globally, there are around 167 species of waterfowl that include ducks, geese, and swans. Let’s take a look at each type and discover what makes them unique and different.

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Being one of the native waterfowl species in North America, these birds can be found in various parts of Canada, Alaska, as well as the United States. Buffleheads have striking black-and-white bodies and iridescent dark green and purple faces.

Bufflehead

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They are frequent flyers, especially during their migration seasons. It is estimated that there are about 7 swan species that exist in the world.

Swan

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Also known as the Canadian geese, these birds are indigenous to North America. These birds will spend most of their time socializing or nesting in many habitats

Canada Goose

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These vibrant and colorful ducks are native to Asia, particularly in China, Japan, and Korea. Mandarin ducks have brownish-orange plumage mixed with dark blue, black, white, and purple stripes and patches.

Mandarin Duck