Waterfowl Biology & Research

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The Curious Lives of Sea Ducks
The breeding and feeding habits of these remarkable maritime birds differ greatly from those of dabbling ducks

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Whistling Ducks

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Waterfowl Renesting
For many species of ducks, persistence is crucial to reproductive success

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The Incubation Period
For female waterfowl, hatching a nest requires a big investment of time and energy

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Waterfowl Mating Systems
"Until death do us part" - A statement that is generally true for geese, but not ducks.

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Ducklings and Goslings
Young waterfowl face many challenges but are well-adapted

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

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Waterfowl Hybrids
Crossbreeding produces rare and interesting birds but also threatens the survival of some species

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Diving Ducks: Into the Deep
Diving ducks are perfectly designed for feeding in deep-water habitats.

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Wings in Action

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

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Nest Site Selection
Where ducks make their nests is vital to the birds' breeding success

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Webbed Wonders

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How Ducks Navigate

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

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Birds of a Feather

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Duckling Survival
A variety of factors influence how many young ducks fly south each fall.

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Waterfowl Mating Systems II
How ducks and geese select their mates and maintain pair bonds varies among species.

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

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