Common Mallard Anas platyrhynchos platyrhynchos

Common Mallards are widely distributed in Eurasia and North America. They stand on their heads on the surface of the water and feed on water plants. During the breeding season, males have a beautiful green head and court females.

Animal name	Common Mallard
Scientific name	Anas platyrhynchos platyrhynchos
Order	Anseriformes	Family	Anatidae