More than half a million waterfowls were shot last year.
The Finnish Wildlife Agency explained that most preyed-on species is the mallard. Their population is estimated to have grown by almost a third in the past year.
The next most-hunted species are the teal, widgeon and goldeneye.
More than 12 different waterfowl species are permitted to be hunted in the country, although the wildlife agency recommends avoiding the northern pintail.
Hunting of bean goose is prohibited countrywide, while that of greylag goose is limited regionally.
According to the Finnish Wildlife Agency, more than 100,000 hunters participate in duck hunting.
