This duck’s rich orange plumage makes it stand out on lakes, rivers, and mountain wetlands.
The Ruddy Shelduck inhabits wetlands across Europe, Asia, and North Africa, often nesting far from water in rocky cliffs or abandoned burrows. It feeds on grasses, seeds, aquatic plants, insects, and small invertebrates while forming strong pair bonds that can last for years.
A bold traveler of the wetlands, proving that loyalty and resilience can be just as remarkable as beauty.
Ruddy Shelduck 👇
