Redhead

In Currituck, Pamlico and open reaches further south I met large flocks of these self-reliant Ducks. Almost invariably they selected sheltered locations under a lee shore, seemed to be finding plenty of food and having a good time. From the quacking and chattering one might have thought a Senate Committee was in conference, perhaps discussing prohibition — of fire arms?

The REDHEAD'S favorite food is wild celery, but roots, grass and other aquatic plants are readily eaten, together with clams, tadpoles and marine insects. In cruises down the Eastern Shore, Redheads supplied a number of meals altho the species was not greatly decimated by my gun. From Norfolk south, Ducks were everywhere and I never killed more than a few at a time.

Job states they are inclined to ignore the sanctity of the home and frequently lay eggs in other ducks' nests. This may be deliberate but more likely is caused by lack of homing instinct.