Bird

Gadwall Facts Mareca strepera

Bird

The gadwall (Mareca strepera) is a common and widespread dabbling duck in the family Anatidae.

Classification

Family: Anatidae. Order: Anseriformes.

Gadwall Conservation Status

Gadwall is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.

Fun facts

Gadwalls are generally quiet, except during courtship.
It nests on the ground, often some distance from water.
Pair formation begins during fall migration or on breeding grounds, but has also been reported to occur in August when males are still in eclipse plumage.