Mandarin ducks are among the most dazzling and eye-catching waterfowl in the world, native to the forests and wetlands of East Asia. The males are especially striking, flaunting vivid feathers in shades of orange, blue, and gold, while the females have a more delicate beauty with soft grey-brown tones and elegant white eye markings. Celebrated in many cultures as symbols of love and lifelong partnership, these ducks are known for their strong pair bonds. They thrive in wooded wetlands, lakes, an

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🐦🐦🐦New York's famed mandarin duck with its orange, brown, blue and red plumage stands out among other ducks in a Central Park pond. The bird, which was first spotted there in October, continues to draw bird-watchers. (AFP) | Voice of America

The mandarin duck is one of the most elegant birds in the world. | Xi's Moments