Questions on Ducks

Questions on Ducks · 11:18 AM

I notice that they always travel in pairs. I can only assume they are partners and stay together. It this correct and if so is it seasonal or for life? Rarely do I not see them in pairs. JIM

maritimer · 04-26-2009, 04:59 PM

I noticed that down this way too, Jim. From what I've read, so far, it appears Mallards are a 'mate for life' species. Apparently, the Canada Goose is too.

jbrowning · 04-26-2009, 07:43 PM

Originally posted by maritimer

I noticed that down this way too, Jim. From what I've read, so far, it appears Mallards are a 'mate for life' species. Apparently, the Canada Goose is too.

From what I understand they do mate for life. But if one dies the other will look for another mate after a couple of years. Maybe someone else can confirm this or tell me I'm wrong.

Jim

MrEspie · 04-26-2009, 07:57 PM

Loons are (from what I hear) especially notorious for this. This is why loon calls are discouraged by a number of people. As for ducks, I've noticed it more among some species than others. Mallards tend to be more communal than others, specifically in the early spring/late fall. Buffleheads seem to stay exclusively in pairs. They also never come close enough to shore to reach with a 200mm...

Damn Brit · 04-26-2009, 08:01 PM

Jim, many species of bird are monogamous, not all but (and I'm happy for someone to correct me) I think more are than aren't.

Jimbo · 04-26-2009, 09:26 PM

[QUOTE][I noticed that down this way too, Jim. From what I've read, so far, it appears Mallards are a 'mate for life' species. Apparently, the Canada Goose is too.
/QUOTE]

Thanks for commenting. JIM

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From what I understand they do mate for life. But if one dies the other will look for another mate after a couple of years. Maybe someone else can confirm this or tell me I'm wrong.

Jim

Thank you Jim. Makes sense. They stay very close to each other. JIM

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Loons are (from what I hear) especially notorious for this. This is why loon calls are discouraged by a number of people. As for ducks, I've noticed it more among some species than others. Mallards tend to be more communal than others, specifically in the early spring/late fall. Buffleheads seem to stay exclusively in pairs. They also never come close enough to shore to reach with a 200mm...

Appreaciate the feedback. JIM

[QUOTE]Jim, many species of bird are monogamous, not all but (and I'm happy for someone to correct me) I think more are than aren't. /QUOTE]

Thank you Gary. Just wondering. JIM

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04-26-2009, 04:59 PM	#2
maritimer Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Brunswick Photos: Gallery Posts: 169	I noticed that down this way too, Jim. From what I've read, so far, it appears Mallards are a 'mate for life' species. Apparently, the Canada Goose is too.

04-26-2009, 07:43 PM	#3
jbrowning Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Colorado Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 996	Originally posted by maritimer I noticed that down this way too, Jim. From what I've read, so far, it appears Mallards are a 'mate for life' species. Apparently, the Canada Goose is too. From what I understand they do mate for life. But if one dies the other will look for another mate after a couple of years. Maybe someone else can confirm this or tell me I'm wrong. Jim

04-26-2009, 07:57 PM	#4
MrEspie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: University of Waterloo, ON Photos: Gallery Posts: 239	Loons are (from what I hear) especially notorious for this. This is why loon calls are discouraged by a number of people. As for ducks, I've noticed it more among some species than others. Mallards tend to be more communal than others, specifically in the early spring/late fall. Buffleheads seem to stay exclusively in pairs. They also never come close enough to shore to reach with a 200mm...

04-26-2009, 08:01 PM	#5
Damn Brit Guest	Jim, many species of bird are monogamous, not all but (and I'm happy for someone to correct me) I think more are than aren't.

04-26-2009, 09:26 PM	#6
Jimbo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Maple Ridge BC Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,368 Original Poster	[QUOTE][I noticed that down this way too, Jim. From what I've read, so far, it appears Mallards are a 'mate for life' species. Apparently, the Canada Goose is too. /QUOTE] Thanks for commenting. JIM Quote: From what I understand they do mate for life. But if one dies the other will look for another mate after a couple of years. Maybe someone else can confirm this or tell me I'm wrong. Jim Thank you Jim. Makes sense. They stay very close to each other. JIM Quote: Loons are (from what I hear) especially notorious for this. This is why loon calls are discouraged by a number of people. As for ducks, I've noticed it more among some species than others. Mallards tend to be more communal than others, specifically in the early spring/late fall. Buffleheads seem to stay exclusively in pairs. They also never come close enough to shore to reach with a 200mm... Appreaciate the feedback. JIM [QUOTE]Jim, many species of bird are monogamous, not all but (and I'm happy for someone to correct me) I think more are than aren't. /QUOTE] Thank you Gary. Just wondering. JIM