Anas clypeata

The Northern Shoveler (Anas clypeata) is a distinctive duck species known for its large spatula-shaped bill, which it uses to filter food from the water.

In Croatia, these ducks can be found in various wetland habitats, including lakes, ponds, and marshes. Their diet primarily consists of aquatic invertebrates, seeds, and plant matter. During the breeding season, males display striking plumage with glossy green heads, white breasts, and chestnut flanks, while females have mottled brown plumage.

Northern Shovelers are important contributors to wetland ecosystems, playing a role in controlling insect populations and maintaining habitat balance. Let's continue to protect and conserve their habitats for the benefit of these fascinating waterfowl. 

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