The American Black Duck is a large, dark dabbling duck of eastern North America whose sooty-brown plumage and violet wing speculum distinguish it from the similar but paler Mallard. It hybridizes extensively with Mallards, and pure Black Ducks have declined as Mallards expanded into its range. It favors remote, undisturbed wetlands and is considered a barometer of wilderness quality.
Best time to see a American Black Duck
The best time to see a American Black Duck is November–February, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 13,818 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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