The Muscovy was originally a wild bird from Central / South America and it is the only domesticated duck that is not derived from the Mallard. Muscovy\'s are non-migratory birds and like to roost in trees at night. The Muscovy was one of the first ducks to be domesticated but didn\'t come to the UK or North America until the Twentieth Century. It is thought that the Muscovy got its name from Muscovite Company which traded the ducks during the 1500s.
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| Common Blackbird |
The common blackbird is a species of true thrush. It is also known as the Eurasian blackbird, or simply the blackbird. It breeds in Europe, western Asia, and North Africa, and has been introduced to Australia and New Zealand.
Male Blackbirds are black with a bright orange-yellow beak and yellow eye-ring. Females are brown, often with spots and streaks on their breasts and their beak varies from brown to yellow. The Blackbird is one of the most common UK birds and one of the most striking. Its mellow song is also a favourite.
