The Wood Duck is a colorful and striking bird. They live in wooded swamps, marshes, and streams in North America. The male features a glossy green head with iridescent purple highlights. His face is adorned with distinctive white stripes. His eyes are bright red, and his bill is a mix of red, white, and black. The chest is a rich chestnut brown, and the flanks are tan with fine white speckles. His wings are a combination of black and dark blue, with patches of white and iridescent blue-green feathers. The back is black, and the tail is dark with a subtle greenish sheen.