A group of colorful mandarin ducks is seen in the early winter in Beihai Park, Beijing, capital of China, November 15, 2019. /VCG Photo

The mandarin duck, also called Aix galericulata, is a perching duck species native to East Asia. /VCG Photo

The male mandarin ducks with their colorful feathers are extremely easy to identify, while the female mandarin ducks are grey and more similar to wood ducks. /VCG Photo

The mandarin duck has a significant role in Asian culture, being famous for their compassion and marital loyalty, because they are always in pairs. /VCG Photo