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from thirty-two to thirty-four inches. I think 
the ‘‘Hudson Bay Duck’’ may average from 
one-half to three-quarters of a pound heavier 
than our summer and fall resident, with a cor- 
responding increase in its sail-plan. Have 
been informed by reliable parties of a Northern 
Black Duck weighing four and one-half pounds. 
The Black Duck is one of the largest of the 
‘‘river ducks,’’ and in proper condition is un- 
surpassed for the table. Its food is clean and 
its flesh is usually tender and of good flavor. 
This duck is easily domesticated. It might be 
a profitable investment for someone to raise 
them for the market. They are hardy, would 
need little care, and would probably thrive with 
a fair chance. It is likely that they would sell 
well in the markets, judging from the way the 
wild birds have always been snapped up in this 
neighborhood in the days when sale was per- 
mitted. 
THE GADWALL. GRAY DUCK. 
(Chaulelasmus streperus.) 
Though found more or less abundantly in 
all parts of North America, and in fact all 
