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TROPICS BUILDING CLOSED

To keep our birds safe from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), the Tropics building will be closed to the public until further notice. Please check SCZ's social media accounts and other communication for updates.

North American ruddy duck

North America·Bird

These birds build their nests in dense vegetation heavy marshes. After less than a month brooding, the eggs hatch. Ducklings are almost fully formed once they hatch, and are able to leave the nest, swim, and dive the day after hatching.

  • Conservation StatusLeast Concern
  • Life span2-13 years
  • Body size18.5 in. wingspan
  • Native habitat Wetlands and marine coastal areas of North America
  • DietSeeds and roots of aquatic plants, aquatic insects, crustaceans
Blue-winged teal Cinnamon teal

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