What is a small duck called?

What is a small duck called?

A baby duck is called a duckling, and a male duck is called a drake. Most ducks are aquatic birds. They can be found in both saltwater and fresh water. Ducks lay eggs once a year and are omnivorous, eating aquatic plants and tiny animals.

What is the smallest duck breed?

Basic Description. The little Green-winged Teal is the smallest dabbling duck in North America. The natty male has a cinnamon-colored head with a gleaming green crescent that extends from the eye to the back of the head.

How do I identify a duckling?

Pekin ducklings will be bright yellow with orange bills and legs; they do not turn brown. Look at the parent or other adult birds who are accompanying the ducklings. Ducks prefer to stay in flocks rather than wander out on their own, particularly ducklings. Adult ducks are much easier to tell apart by breed.