Wildlife Officer Darin Abbott's duck hunt led to the discovery of a rare Jack Miner-banded mallard, uncovering the remarkable legacy of "Wild Goose Jack."
Abbott serves Ohio as a wildlife officer, but also spends time having fun, such as duck hunting, despite the cold and challenging conditions.
As a non-duck hunter, the author finds the dedication required for duck hunting to be peculiar, involving early mornings and unpleasant weather.
Get 4 Weeks of Farm and Dairy Home Delivered
Author's summary: Legacy of "Wild Goose Jack" uncovered through rare mallard discovery.