Species: Mallard duck Scientific name: Anas platyrhynchos Nicknames: Greenhead Claim to fame: The mallard is most recognized duck species in the world and is an extremely popular species with ...

This is a mallard drake. It is one of the largest ducks in North America. It also is one of the most beautiful with its fabulous green head. Horrell is an artist and outdoorsman.

Connecticut wildlife biologists are seeking the public’s help in gauging the reproductive health of mallard ducks in the state. Also known as the “greenhead” for the males’ emerald mantles ...

The mallard males’ shiny green head is stunning, but is it really a better pick than the cute painted bunting? Would this be a boon to duck hunting in the state, or would it just make things weird?

Its nickname, the “gray duck,” is the definition of dull. But a close look at the subtly hued drake shows that he’s every bit as handsome—in an understated way—as any greenhead or bull ...

Duck hunter Mike Wec thought he had possibly shot a game-farm mallard hybrid in Massachusetts last season. Now, genetic testing has revealed it was a 100 percent leucistic American Black Duck.

Duck season in Missouri’s Middle Zone runs Nov. 7-Jan. 5 and the state’s South Zone is Nov. 26-Jan. 24. Species status: The mallard is one of the most abundant duck species in North America.

Estimates have indicated the duck population has declined, including the iconic mallard— while this is disappointing, scientists say a good season is still possible. To stream THV11 on your ...