Korea postage stamps year 1965 Birds/ Wild Ducks

Korea postage stamps year 1965 Birds/ Wild Ducks MNG as issued On December 31, 1965, North Korea (DPRK) issued a beautiful, highly collectible 4-stamp set specifically dedicated to Korean Ducks (Wild Ducks). The stamps feature distinct species of local waterfowl rendered in a classic mid-century illustration style, with the country name inscribed in Korean text as 조선우표 (Chosun Upyo / Korean Stamp). Stamp Set Details Here is the breakdown of the full 4-stamp set, including the face values (in chon) and the specific duck species depicted: ValueSpecies (Common Name)Scientific NameKey Visual Traits on Stamp2 chEastern Spot-billed DuckAnas zonorhynchaBrown speckled body, standing near the water’s edge.4 chRuddy ShelduckTadorna ferrugineaDistinctive bright orange-brown (ruddy) plumage.10 chMallardAnas platyrhynchosDepicted mid-flight with its iconic green head and white collar.40 chBaikal TealSibirionetta formosaShows the striking yellow, green, and black facial patterns of the drake. Philatelic Specifications Date of Issue: December 31, 1965 Perforation: 11 Watermark: None Condition Notes: You will find these on the market as either MNH (Mint Never Hinged) or CTO/Used (Cancelled to Order). Because they were widely distributed to international collectors at the time, they are relatively accessible but remain very popular for topical bird collectors.