New Jersey Scuba Diving

Mallard Duck

Mallard

Anas platyrhinchos

Size: 20-28"

Habitat: in and around water

Notes:
There are many types of wild ducks, found worldwide in all freshwater and marine environments. The Mallard ( male shown ) is typical. Females are much drabber. Only domestic ducks are white.

Most ducks feed on water plants; some species feed on fish.

Mallard male
Mallard female
Mallards - male (top) and female (bottom)

Pilot Boat

pilot boat Sandy Hook
Sandy Hook

A harbor pilot is a person who takes control of a seagoing ship when it is entering or leaving port. He is expertly familiar with all the channels, shoals, currents, tides, and regulations of his particular port, and is essential to safely steer the ships in and out. It is an ancient and exclusive profession, often passed down from father to son*. In old days, the top two signal flags at right were used by ships entering and exiting a harbor to call for a pilot, while the bottom flag indicated "pilot on board."

More: Pilot Boat ...

Disclaimer:

I make no claim as to the accuracy, validity, or appropriateness of any information found in this website. I will not be responsible for the consequences of any action that is based upon information found here. Scuba diving is an adventure sport, and as always, you alone are responsible for your own safety and well being.

Copyright © 1996-2024 Rich Galiano
unless otherwise noted

Powered by WordPress. No, really.
Cookies blah blah whatever

31 // 229935 // 95

Printed from njscuba.net