Photo Details
December 24, 2003 - Antelope Island, Davis
County, Utah - ©NJDavis
Description
Length
16.5", Wingspan 28", This diving Duck's wings are broad,
short, pointed and dark - White rump - small bill - Adult female spring
plumage has white facial mask, in winter white face with dark cheek
patch - Male spring black head with large white area around eye, black
neck and chest. Very long black tail - Male in winter, head ,
neck and breast are white with tan around eye and darker patch just
below. Male's bill is black at base then gold with a black
tip.Male also has light eye. Nests on shallow tundra ponds,
winters on shallow waters in small groups.
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