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General Description: Northern Shovelers (Anas clypeata) are sexually dimorphic pond ducks. In both genders, the bill is extremely long and broad. Males have a dark head, dark back, dark rump, and red and white sides. Females are mottled brown. Taxonomy: Anseriformes, Anatidae, Anatinae Favored Habitat: Ponds, marshes, and lakes. |
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Where to Find: Neighborhood ponds, parks (e.g., Lorenzi Park and Sunset Park), and the Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve. To find them in more natural habitat, visit the Pahranagat Valley. Comments: |
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If you were a tasty pond weed or a little floating seed, this might be the last face you ever see! |
 Northern Shoveler male |
 Northern Shoveler male |
Northern Shoveler male and female |
 Northern Shoveler male and female |
 Northern Shoveler male and female |
 Northern Shoveler female |
 Northern Shoveler female |
 Male Northern Shoveler in marsh |
Note: All distances, elevations, and other facts are approximate.
; Last updated 240102
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