MALLARD DUCK.—Anas boschas. Other names: “Green-head,” “Wild Duck.” Adult male, in fall, winter, and spring, beautifully colored; summer, resembles female—sombre.
Range—Northern parts of Northern Hemisphere.
Nest—Of grasses, on the ground, usually near the water.
Eggs—Six to ten; pale green or bluish white.
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AMERICAN AVOCET.—Recurvirostra americana. Other names: “White Snipe,” “Yelper,” “Lawyer,” “Scooper.”
Range—Temperate North America.
Nest—A slight depression in the ground.
Eggs—Three or four; pale olive or buffy clay color, spotted with chocolate.