North American ruddy duck
These birds build their nests in dense vegetation heavy marshes. After less than a month brooding, the eggs hatch. Ducklings are almost fully formed once they hatch, and are able to leave the nest, swim, and dive the day after hatching.
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- Life span2-13 years
- Body size18.5 in. wingspan
- Native habitat Wetlands and marine coastal areas of North America
- DietSeeds and roots of aquatic plants, aquatic insects, crustaceans