Philippine Duck - Anas luzonica
Florida's Nonnative Wildlife. Species detail.
First year: 2000
Extirpated year:
Established status: Species are
present but not confirmed to be breeding. Population persists only
with repeated introductions and/or escapes of individuals.
Estimated Florida range: 1 county
Not reported breeding
Statewide trend: Unknown
status
Threats to natives:
Unknown
Species Account: Native to
the Philippines, where it is commonly kept in captivity. It
resembles our native Mallard and Black Duck.
Habitats: Lakes
| County |
First Year |
Extirpated Year |
Breeding status |
Notes |
| Broward |
2000 |
|
Not reported breeding |
(Pranty 2000) |
References
Pranty, B. 2000b. Field observations [spring
report: March to May 2000]. Florida Field Naturalist
28:204-215.
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