Michigan Ducks Identification Challenge

The Tundra Swan matches the description of being all white with a black bill and a yellow tint toward the base. Snowy Owls are typically white with black spots, American Goldfinches are small yellow birds, and Peregrine Falcons are known for their sleek design and speed.

The Mute Swan belongs to the Anseriformes order and is known for its white body with an orange and black bill. The American Robin, Peregrine Falcon, and Great Blue Heron do not match the description provided in the question.

The Snow Goose, belonging to the order Anseriformes, is known for its distinctive white body, black wingtips, and pinkish bill. While the Magnificent Frigatebird has black plumage with a red throat pouch, the Wild Turkey has dark feathers with bronzed iridescence, and the American Robin has a reddish-orange breast and gray upperparts.

The Green-Winged Teal is known for its distinct coloration with a brownish body, darker brown head, and green around the eyes. The American Woodcock, Common Snipe, and Sora Rail have different color patterns and do not match the description provided.

The Blue-winged Teal is a member of the Anseriformes order, known for its distinctive blue spot on the wing.

The correct answer describes the physical characteristics of a Northern Shoveler, which belongs to the Anseriformes order.

The description provided matches the physical characteristics of the Canvasback bird, which belongs to the Anseriformes order. The other three options do not match the described features of the bird.

The Trumpeter Swan, a member of the Anseriformes order, is known for its all white body and solid black bill. The other bird species mentioned have distinct features that differentiate them from the Trumpeter Swan.

The American Black Duck is part of the Anseriformes order and is easily recognizable by its brown body, yellow bill, and blue patch on the wings.