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The Ruddy Duck is Washington's only representative of the stiff-tail ducks, known for holding ... In winter, Ruddy Ducks inhabit shallow, protected, saltwater bays and estuaries along the coast or ice-free, inland lakes and ponds. Breeding habitat is freshwater marshes and ponds with marshy borders mixed with open water...
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birdweb.org/birdweb/bird_details.aspx?id=95
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The Ruddy Duck is a small, stiff-tailed duck. The preferred breeding habitat for this species includes marshlands, lakes and ponds in North America. Nesting takes place in dense marshes near the water. During winter months, these birds migrate to coastal bays and unfrozen lakes and ponds.
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identify.whatbird.com/obj/116/_/Ruddy_Duck.aspx
identify.whatbird.com/obj/116/_/Ruddy_Duck.aspx
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These animals are found in the following types of habitat: ; temperate ; saltwater or marine ; freshwater . ... Ruddy duck populations are considered stable throughout their range, and are considered a species of "Least Concern" on the IUCN list.
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animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/informatio...
animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Oxyura_jamaicensis.html
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Ruddy Duck - Oxyura jamaicensis - Species Information and Photos, including id keys, habitat, diet, behavior, nesting, migration, and conservation status ... Habitat: Breeds on freshwater ponds and lakes with marshy borders. ... Further Information: 1) USGS Patuxent Bird Identification InfoCenter, Ruddy Duck...
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sdakotabirds.com/species/ruddy_duck_info.htm
sdakotabirds.com/species/ruddy_duck_info.htm
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The Ruddy Duck belongs to the family Anatidae. This family is made up of ducks and duck-like waterfowl. The members of this family share adaptations to life on the water including webbed feet, flattened bills, and feathers with special oils to prevent water absorption. ... Habitat/Diet...
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www.conservenature.org/birds_of_wny/ruddy_duck.htm
www.conservenature.org/birds_of_wny/ruddy_duck.htm
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bna.birds.cornell.edu/bna/species/696/articles/foodhabi...
bna.birds.cornell.edu/bna/species/696/articles/foodhabits
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Habitat Model for Species: Ruddy Duck Alpha Code: RUDU Status: Resident Landcover Category Distribution Map Habitat Map Comments sewage ponds Nest in the emergent vegetation that is characteristic of the particular marsh or pothole selected.
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www.k-state.edu/kansasgap/KS-GAPPhase1/finalreport/SppM...
www.k-state.edu/kansasgap/KS-GAPPhase1/finalreport/SppModels/Birds/Group1/Ruddy_Duck.pdf
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Description: 14-16" A small chunky duck with a long tail that is often held straight up. ... Habitat: Common and widespread. Preferred habitat includes freshwater swamps, marshes, ponds and lakes with emergent vegetation and areas of open water. In winter, often found in flocks on large lakes, brackish lagoons and estuaries.
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www.birdsofoklahoma.net/Ruddyduck.htm
www.birdsofoklahoma.net/Ruddyduck.htm
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