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Gadwall - Anas strepera

A common, widespread dabbling duck. This species breeds in Central Canada and along Saint Lawrence river and migrates South in winter. It eats mostly plant food but feeds their offspring with insects and mollusks.

Common Names

• Gadwall (en)
• Ánade friso (es)
• Canard chipeau (fr)
• Schnatterente (de)

How to Identify

Female looks very similar to Mallard. A distinguishable characteristic is the white belly and the dark orange-edged bill.

Where & When to Spot

Supposed to be a widespread species, I only saw a single individual once in Rapids Park Lachine.