Is a mallard wading bird?

No, a mallard is not a wading bird. Mallards are waterfowl, which includes ducks, geese, and swans. They are adapted for swimming, diving, and dabbling in shallow waters. Wading birds are long-legged birds that search for food in shallow waters by walking or wading through the water, typically with their long beaks submerged in the water. Examples of wading birds include herons, egrets, ibises, and storks.