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The following articles were previously featured in the "Understanding Waterfowl" column of the Ducks Unlimited Magazine.

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Understanding Waterfowl: The Blue-Winged Ducks
Northern shovelers and blue-winged and cinnamon teal are among the most closely related of North America's ducks

Understanding Waterfowl: The Amazing World of Macroinvertebrates
An important food source for many waterfowl, these tiny creatures have fascinating life histories

Understanding Waterfowl: Duck Digestion
An inside look at the dynamic digestive system of waterfowl

Story of Survival
A variety of factors affect the longevity of ducks and geese

Finding the Way
Waterfowl have amazing navigational abilities that guide their migrations

Waterfowl Feeding Adaptations
Ducks and geese are well equipped to find food in a variety of habitats

Understanding Waterfowl: Ways of the Wigeon
These fascinating ducks have many characteristics and behaviors that set them apart

Understanding Waterfowl: Tracking the Black Duck
DU research sheds new light on this prized bird's migration habits

Understanding Waterfowl: Waterfowl Feathers
Ducks and geese rely on their remarkable plumage for many things, but especially to keep warm

Waterfowl Diseases
Ducks and geese suffer a variety of illnesses that are seldom evident to people

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