The Mellers duck is a dabbling duck endemic to eastern Madagascar. This species is listed as Endangered because it is believed to have a very small population, which is undergoing a continuing decline owing to intensive hunting, habitat loss and degradation, and disturbance. Due to its drab plumage and territorial habits, this species is not very popular among aviculturalists and zoos, although it reproduces readily in captivity like most ducks if enough space and good habitat are provided.
Posted on: Sat, 27 Dec 2014 08:00:00 +0000
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