University of South Florida nice bridge with Muscovy Duck (Cairina moschata) Family

Here in Florida, you can find these ducks just about in any lake. They are very large in size, closely in size to geese... sometimes looking as colorful as any goose, and of course, sometimes confused with them. These birds are originally from South America, and are believed to have migrated about 250 years ago.

They have very little fear for humans, as they are many times fed by them(us). This Muscovy duck family was near a very beautiful bridge inside the University of South Florida. They co-exist with us and many other species of animals including squirrels, fish, and turtles.

You can read more about these colorful birds from here:

• Duck Haven, Inc. Society with the purpose of protecting this type of ducks.
• Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission. Excellent information page.