Steamer Duck

Steamer ducks get their name from their habit of flapping their wings and feet when in the water. The untrained eye may mistake them for a paddle steamer boat due to their actions. Although they flap their wings, they are nonetheless considered to be flightless birds. The southernmost countries of South America, Chile and Argentina, are home to all four species of steamer duck. Only the flying steamer duck of the three species has the ability to fly. Steamer ducks are renowned for their enormous size and frequently reach lengths of over 33 inches and weights over 15 pounds.

They inhabit areas with rocky coastlines and eat insects, small fish, seeds, mollusks, and crustaceans. Steamer ducks are notoriously violent and aggressive, usually fighting other steamer ducks. They will also defend other species and fight off powerful raptors and other large ducks.