The wood duck (Aix sponsa) is a perching duck with spectacular plumage. Males have bold colors with white markings and a vibrant red eye, while females are gray with a white teardrop-shaped eye ring. Both males and females have curved tufts of feathers at the back of the head. These ducks have an aggressive personality and will chase larger ducks away from food and nesting areas, including nest boxes.

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