Hunted from September 15. Slightly smaller than the Mallard (56 cm, 500–1100 g). In flight, easily distinguished by silhouette – much slimmer than the Mallard, with a longer neck and pointed tail. In autumn plumage, there are no white patches. Male in breeding plumage has a brown head and distinctly elongated tail feathers.
Most commonly hunted in September and early October.
Age is mainly determined by the tail.
Updated: 13.01.2026