Bird Identification Characteristics Quiz

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In terms of size, how does the Mallard compare to other dabblers found throughout Alberta?

  • It is larger than other dabblers (correct)
  • It is the most colorful duck species in Alberta
  • It is the same size as other dabblers
  • It is the smallest duck species in Alberta

Which duck species has a white line that extends past the purple speculum into tertiary feathers in the female?

  • Northern Pintail (correct)
  • Gadwall
  • American Wigeon
  • Northern Shoveler

What color is the speculum of the breeding male Northern Shoveler?

  • Purple with a pink border
  • White with black dots
  • Blue with no border
  • Dark green bordered by white (correct)

Which duck species is found province-wide and is not as large as a Mallard?

<p>American Wigeon (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unique feature does the Gadwall female have in terms of its speculum?

<p>White speculum with black patch above (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color feature does the American Wigeon male have on its head during breeding season?

<p>White cap on grayish head with green eye stripe (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the Northern Pintail male's head marking from other duck species discussed?

<p>Brown head with a white stripe extending past the throat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color is the speculum of the female Northern Shoveler compared to the male?

<p>Purple with silver highlights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary habitat location of the Gadwall duck in Alberta?

<p>Mid Alberta (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the American Wigeon female from the male in terms of head markings?

<p>Lacks white cap and green stripe (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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