Wood duck

GPTKB entity

Statements (63)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bird
gptkbp:adaptations Adapted to wooded wetlands
gptkbp:adult_plumage Colorful and iridescent
gptkbp:behavior Dabbling
gptkbp:breeding_behavior Monogamous during breeding season
gptkbp:breeding_range Eastern United States
1 year old
gptkbp:breeding_season Spring to Summer
gptkbp:call High-pitched whistle
gptkbp:captive_breeding Used in conservation programs
gptkbp:clutch_size 8 to 15 eggs
gptkbp:coloration Males are more colorful than females
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Habitat restoration projects
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_representation Featured in art and literature
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of beauty in nature
gptkbp:diet Omnivore
gptkbp:egg_color White to pale blue
gptkbp:family gptkb:Anatidae
gptkbp:fledging_period 8 to 10 weeks
gptkbp:flight_style Strong and fast
gptkbp:foraging_behavior Forages in water and on land
gptkbp:habitat Wetlands
gptkbp:habitat_preference Prefers wooded areas near water
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Wood duck
gptkbp:human_interaction Popular among birdwatchers.
gptkbp:impact Hunting and habitat destruction
gptkbp:incubation_period 28 to 30 days
gptkbp:length 18 to 21 inches
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 15 years in the wild
gptkbp:mating_system Elaborate displays
gptkbp:migration Partial migrant
Some migrate short distances
gptkbp:native_range gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:nesting Varies by region
March to July
Nests in tree cavities
Variable based on habitat quality
gptkbp:nesting_site Tree cavities
gptkbp:order gptkb:Anseriformes
gptkbp:population_trend Stable in many areas
gptkbp:predators gptkb:Raccoons
Snakes and birds of prey
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Mandarin_duck
gptkbp:reproduction High reproductive output
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Aix_sponsa
gptkbp:social_behavior Form flocks outside breeding season
gptkbp:social_structure Gregarious
gptkbp:subspecies gptkb:Aix_sponsa_sponsa
gptkb:Aix_sponsa_discors
gptkbp:success High in suitable habitats
gptkbp:territorial_behavior Males defend nesting territory
gptkbp:vision Excellent color vision
gptkbp:vocalization Varied and complex
gptkbp:weight 1.5 to 3.5 pounds
gptkbp:wildlife Threat to population
gptkbp:wingspan 26 to 29 inches
gptkbp:wintering_range gptkb:Southern_United_States
gptkbp:young Precocial
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Caloosahatchee_National_Wildlife_Refuge
gptkb:Santee_National_Wildlife_Refuge
gptkb:Waccamaw_National_Wildlife_Refuge
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6