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Home > Our animal species > Birds > American Wigeon American Wigeon
Order : Anseriformes Family : Anatidae Diet : Omnivore, feeding mainly on plants, but during the first weeks of their life, the ducklings also feed on aquatic invertebrates. Reproduction : From the age of 1 year old, mating and egg laying take place between the end of April and the beginning of June. The female generally lays 7 to 10 eggs, at a rate of 1 per day, which she incubates for 23 to 35 days. The duckling's first flight takes place 37 to 48 days later. Lifespan : Up to 20 years in the wild. Predators : Eggs and ducklings can be the prey of fox, skunks, raccoons, and certain birds like crows, seagulls and birds of prey. Status : Least concern.
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