Zoology of the ZooPl. CLXV
Mandarin duck
Aix galericulata
Aves · Anseriformes · Anatidae
Fig. 1. Mandarin duck
Fig. 2. Range
| Length or height | About 41-49 cm long |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 0.4-0.7 kg |
| Food | Seeds, acorns, snails |
| Lifespan | About 6 years or more (est.) |
| Society | Pairs |
| Habitat | wetland, forest |
| Range | Asia |
| Wild or tame | Wild |
The wood duck's Asian cousin. Males have orange "sail" feathers on the back. In China pairs are a symbol of faithful love, though real pairs re-form each year.
Observe: Look for the orange sails.