Wild mallard ducks are a favorite of hunters who lure migratory fowl within shooting range with decoys. (HFHA Coll.)

A Long Island, New York duck ranch in the mid 20th century. Most commercial duck operations are more like modern chicken factory farms. (HFHA Coll.)

Groucho Duck wiggly head toy circa. 1950's, modeled after the famous duck that Groucho Marx used in his TV show to signal a magic word. (HFHA Coll.)