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The mandarin duck (Aix galericulata) is a perching duck species native to the East Palearctic. It is medium-sized, at 41–49 cm (16–19 in) long with a 65–75 cm (26–30 in) wingspan. It is closely related to the North American wood duck, the only other member of the genus Aix. from Birds : illustrated by color photography : a monthly serial. Knowledge of Bird-life Vol 1 No 1 January 1897
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