An endangered and somewhat enigmatic mallard, once found on all
Hawaiian islands but now restricted to two, plus a further two where re-introductions have taken place. Very
similar to female Mallard, the male only attains a slight darkening on the head, if at all. The only shot I have
was taken at WWF Slimbridge, but looks more Mallard-like than most photos on the internet. However, the reason
this species is in decline is because of hybridisation, it could even be a hybrid population in the first place.
I shall endeavour to find other captive birds, or go to Hawaii!
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