The things that freak people out about Muscovy ducks are the caruncles, sometimes called wattles – the prominent, bright red, ...

Florida’s warm climate makes it a haven for nonnative Muscovy ducks and Egyptian geese, not to mention feral chickens. As ...

During the mating season, male ruddy ducks develop ... As such, they are stronger fliers than other ducks. Wild Muscovy ducks are large, fast-flying ducks with black feathers and white accents.

In Houston and Harris County, the avian influenza is mainly affecting muscovy ducks, which are an invasive species. One on hand, muscovy ducks dying could be good for native species, Norrid said.

(THE CONVERSATION) When people think of wildlife trade, they often picture smugglers sneaking in rare and endangered species from far-off countries. Yet most wildlife trade is actually legal, and the ...