"One of my favorite North American breeding bird displays. The Ruddy Duck clacks its bill against its chest, like a folk musician playing the spoons. All while making an adorable belching sound."– Jacob Saucer, Division of Birds #SummerRoadTrip #Playlist | Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Spring is here, and our North American Ruddy Ducks are showing off their unusual and impressive courtship display! This slow-motion footage shows the neck drumming, bubble-making display of the male ruddy duck at approximately 1/4 of its actual speed. Stay tuned to the end to see how fast this behavior really happens! | Sylvan Heights Bird Park

🦆 Should you purchase a Louisiana Duck Stamp to support wetland habitat and duck conservation? The ruddy duck says “YES YES YES!” The new 2024-2025 Louisiana Duck Stamp is now available for purchase! You can now purchase yours online (http://LouisianaOutdoors.com) or at a local license vendor. Be a steward of wetland conservation by purchasing this beautiful collector’s stamp – featuring the ruddy duck. Note: They do NOT serve as licenses for hunting waterfowl. 💵 Louisiana State Duck Stamp Pri