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South Africa · Western Cape · Eden| Common Animals Fish Mushrooms Flora |
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Aix sponsa |
July: Egg incubation. Females incubate the eggs while males guard the territory.
Completely safe. Beautiful migratory duck. Wood duck hunting popular among waterfowl hunters. Meat valued for delicate taste. Feathers used for crafts and decoration.
Inhabits forested waters of North America. Mostly active in morning and evening. Feeds on seeds, insects, and plant matter.
Hunting with decoy ducks and calls in forested waters Shooting from shore or boat during early daylight Use of blinds and camouflage nets
Choose quiet forest lakes and ponds. Hunting better in low wind and fog. Use calls to attract birds.
Quick dressing to preserve flavor. Feathers suitable for decorative purposes. Handle carefully due to small size. Meat is valued by hunters, has good taste qualities.
Breast: Frying, roasting
Thigh: Braising, frying
Thigh: Braising, frying
Pan-fried Wood Duck with Herbs (Pan-frying)
Fragrant and tender meat
Fragrant and tender meat
1. Marinate meat with garlic and herbs.
2. Fry until golden brown.
3. Serve with vegetable side dish.
2. Fry until golden brown.
3. Serve with vegetable side dish.
Braised Wood Duck with Onions (Braising)
Meat becomes tender and juicy
Meat becomes tender and juicy
1. Brown meat with onions.
2. Add spices and some broth.
3. Braise under lid for about 1 hour.
2. Add spices and some broth.
3. Braise under lid for about 1 hour.