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7. Mallard - A total of 2 broods in 1952; 5 in 1953. 
The brood figures for 1953 are all based upon potential broods as represented 
by mallard females. Whereas in 1952, two broods were actually observed, no broods 
were seen this year. Thus, the indicated increase in this species is more specula- 
tive than actual. 
Summary of Banding Operations 
A somewhat more intensive amount of banding of female wood ducks was 
carried out this year. A total of 36 was banded in the nest box on selected areas 
in the State. Three female Hooded mergansers were similarly banded. Twenty 
immature Wood ducks were banded at 3 different sites. 
