Duck Skeleton (Anas platyrhynchos domestica), Specimen

Prepared, real skeleton of an adult domestic duck. It is the largest and most commonly occurring swimming duck and represents a typical example of the order of anseriformes. The bones are rigidly connected with each other for stability. Rigidly mounted on a base plate.

Length: Approx. 45 – 60 cm

Width: Approx. 20 – 25 cm

Height: Approx. 40 – 50 cm

Weight: Approx. 3.5 – 4.5 kg

Duck (Anas platyrhynchos domestica)

Taxonomy:

Class: Birds

Order: Anseriformes

Family: Anatids

Diet: Omnivore

Size: Approx. 40 – 55 cm

Weight: Approx. 1 – 1.5 kg

Age: 5 – 10 years