Description

North American Waterfowl

Wood Ducks for Sale

Wood Ducks are among North America’s most colorful ducks. The male has a glossy green
crested head, chestnut breast, bright markings, and a red bill, while the female has warm brown plumage
with a distinctive white eye patch.

Wood Duck Quick Facts

Scientific Name
Aix sponsa

Length
About 47–54 cm

Diet
Seeds, fruits, plants, insects

Wood Duck Appearance

Male Wood Ducks have an elaborate green and chestnut appearance with crisp white lines across the head
and neck. Females show softer brown and gray tones with a bright white patch around the eye. Both sexes
have a long, broad tail and a compact shape that helps them move through wooded habitats.

Wood Duck Habitat

Wood Ducks favor wooded swamps, freshwater marshes, ponds, beaver ponds, and slow-moving streams.
They often stay close to trees and vegetation around the water. Unlike many ducks, they can perch in
trees and use natural tree cavities or suitable nest boxes for nesting.

Wood Duck Diet

Their diet consists mainly of plant foods such as seeds, fruits, aquatic plants, and acorns.
They also eat insects and other small invertebrates. Plant material makes up most of their natural diet.

Wood Duck Behaviour

Wood Ducks are strong flyers and capable swimmers. They often appear in small groups and can move
easily through wooded waterways. Their ability to perch and nest in trees makes them unusual among ducks.

Wood Duck Care

Wood Ducks need an environment that provides adequate space, clean water, vegetation, shelter, and
suitable food. Their natural wetland lifestyle makes spacious outdoor housing more appropriate than a
conventional small bird enclosure. Before keeping or purchasing Wood Ducks, check local wildlife and
waterfowl regulations.