THE ANIMALS

Call Duck

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CALL DUCK

Anas platyrhynchos domesticus

Class

Birds

 

Order

Anseriformes

 

Family

Anatidae

 

Origin

Little-known breed, first established in England.

 

Diet

Herbivorous and granivorous

 

Curiosity

Domestic animal bred for ornamental purposes. It was once used by hunters as a decoy duck because it has very pleasant vocalizations that can be heard even at great distances.

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NEWS

Preparing for the New Season – Terre Borromeo

Winter maintenance, restoration and behind-the-scenes work across the palaces and gardens of the Borromean Islands ahead of the reopening on 12 March 2026. Preparations to welcome visitors with an enhanced experience.

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TERRE BORROMEO

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTICE ⚠️

The Serra Elisa on Isola Bella is renewing its plants and is temporarily closed.