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Anas sparsa |
July: Incubation. Females incubate eggs while males guard the territory.
Poses no danger. Diving sea duck. Hunting Black Duck popular among waterfowl hunters. Meat valued for rich flavor. Feathers used for making ornaments and clothing.
Inhabits fresh and brackish water bodies. Feeds on aquatic plants, insects, and small fish. Mostly active in morning and evening.
Hunting from shore and boat on lakes and rivers Use of calls and decoy ducks Shooting during morning and evening hours
Hunting more successful in calm and windless weather. Choose areas with dense shoreline vegetation. Use camouflage and blinds.
Quick dressing preserves meat flavor. Feathers can be used for decoration. Careful skinning due to thickness and density. Meat is edible but has specific sea fish flavor.
Breast: Frying, roasting
Thigh: Braising, frying
Thigh: Braising, frying
Pan-fried Black Duck with Herbs (Pan-frying)
Rich flavor with spicy notes
Rich flavor with spicy notes
1. Marinate meat with garlic and herbs.
2. Fry until golden brown.
3. Serve with vegetables or side dish.
2. Fry until golden brown.
3. Serve with vegetables or side dish.
Braised Black Duck with Onions (Braising)
Meat becomes tender and juicy
Meat becomes tender and juicy
1. Brown meat with onions.
2. Add spices and broth.
3. Braise under lid for about 1 hour.
2. Add spices and broth.
3. Braise under lid for about 1 hour.