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Ring-necked Duck

Aythya collaris

The Ring-necked Duck is a beautiful bird with a striking ring around its neck. It loves to swim in ponds and lakes, diving underwater to find tasty plants and small fish.

Habitat: Wetlands

Appearance

The Ring-necked Duck has a distinct black back and crisp white sides. Males feature a glossy purple-black head and a black bill with two striking white rings, making them easy to spot. Females are plainer brown with a gray bill.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderAnseriformesFamilyAnatidaeGenusAythya
Ring-necked Duck
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Ring-necked Duck

Category

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Females lay up to a dozen olive-colored eggs in a hidden nest.

These fast flyers can reach speeds over 70 kilometers per hour!

They are called 'diving ducks' because they plunge completely underwater!

This duck's subtle neck ring is often hidden by its head feathers!

Special abilities

Ability

Subaquatic Hunter

Ring-necked Ducks can dive up to 40 feet underwater because strong legs propel them to find hidden food like seeds and insects.

Ability

Weed Washer

Ring-necked Ducks have a specialized bill that helps them filter tiny seeds and plant parts from mucky pond bottoms.

Ability

Migratory Mariner

Ring-necked Ducks can fly thousands of kilometers each year because they have powerful wings built for long-distance travel.

Measurements & details

Length
39-46 cm
Wingspan
61-76 cm
Weight
0.5-1 kg
Lifespan
5-10 years
Top Speed
72 km/h
Clutch Size
8-10
Incubation
25-29 days
Migration Distance
4000 km

Diet & Feeding

These ducks primarily eat plants, seeds, and aquatic insects found underwater.

Primary Foods

  • aquatic plant seeds
  • water lilies
  • pondweeds
  • caddisfly larvae
  • snails
  • small fish

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always watch ducks from a distance and don't feed them bread.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Ring-necked Duck?

39-46 cm

What is Ring-necked Duck's wingspan?

61-76 cm

How much does Ring-necked Duck weigh?

0.5-1 kg

How long does Ring-necked Duck live?

5-10 years

How fast can Ring-necked Duck move?

72 km/h

What does Ring-necked Duck eat?

These ducks primarily eat plants, seeds, and aquatic insects found underwater.

Where is Ring-necked Duck usually found?

Wetlands

How does Ring-necked Duck hunt?

Foraging

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