Waterfowl hunting is one of the most species-driven pursuits in the hunting community. From mallard purists to pit blind honker hunters, our favorite bird species often dictates our hunting style. But ...

BRAINERD — In 1822 famous ornithologist John James Audubon shot a duck he could not identify. "In form and proportions this bird is very nearly allied to the Mallard," wrote Audubon of the odd duck.

Waterfowl are and have been, at least among those who hunt them, been categorized into either the dabbling duck clan or the diving ducks based for the most part on how they feed . Dabbling ducks ...

If you listen to some waterfowlers, you might get the idea that mallards are the only ducks found in Arkansas. There’s no disputing the fact that these beautiful birds, which winter by the millions in ...

Wyoming hunters that bag a hybrid duck can help waterfowl research by donating the duck or even a tissue sample. Hunters who think they may have bagged a hybrid and would like to help should contact ...

Ducks are arguably some of the most beautiful and colorful birds. Many people consider the world of birding mysterious, but everyone knows how to recognize a duck. Ducks are divided into two ...

This unique diving duck has a small body and a relatively large head. The males are colorful and vibrant, with iridescent heads that appear black, purple, or green depending on the light. Buffleheads ...

They say, nothing lasts forever, and this year’s Minnesota waterfowl season is no exception. It seems like the term just kicked off. Now, with the onset of below normal temperatures icing up small ...

In North America and throughout most of the world where waterfowl are found, there exist two fundamental categories of ducks, the dabbling ducks and the diving ducks. There are other families of ...