: to , if often inconspicuous, mid Apr-mid Jun breeder on lakes, small ponds, creeks, and salt and freshwater marshes. early Oct to early Apr in protected coastal areas especially the . Movement late Sep/early Oct from fresh to saltwater where present until early Apr. It's not known if these wintering birds also bred locally.
Miscellany: Black Ducks hybridize occasionally with Mallards and with the increase of the latter, more and more mixed offspring can be found.
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Last Updated: September 26th, 2022