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21 Φεβ 2021 · I’ve been having a look at my diving duck photographs over the last few years and have decided to put together this guide to their identification. WHITE-WINGED SCOTER. White-winged Scoter (male) Scoters are heavy blackish ducks with a white wing patch (occasionally concealed). White-winged Scoter (male)
Long-tailed Ducks usually dive for mollusks, crustaceans, and small fish in the oceans during winter. They are known to dive as deep as 200 feet to reach zooplankton that is usually at the bottom of water columns.
Endemic to North America, the Ruddy Ducks are small, stiff-tailed ducks that breed in marshy ponds and lakes. They have a peaked head, thick neck, a scoop-like bill, and a remarkably stiff tail that is cocked upwards. The males have a black cap with contrasting white cheeks.
20 Μαρ 2024 · Black Scoter (Diving Duck) The Black Scoter (Melanitta americana), a diving duck, showcases distinct features for identification. Ranging from 17 to 21 inches in length, weighing approximately 1088 grams, with a wingspan of 30 to 35 inches, these ducks predominantly winter along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the Eastern US.
Long-tailed Ducks usually dive for mollusks, crustaceans, and small fish in the oceans during winter. They are known to dive as deep as 200 feet to reach zooplankton that is usually at the bottom of water columns. They use their wings to propel them through the water. On the tundra, during summer, they mostly eat insects, fish eggs, and plants.
Canvasback. The Canvasback is a large diving duck that is highly sought after by birdwatchers and hunters alike. With its striking red head and long, sloping profile, the Canvasback is truly a sight to behold. These ducks are known for their deep diving abilities, reaching depths of up to 30 feet.
Tufted duck (male) Our most common diving duck; found on almost any freshwater body and often seen in parks and on urban waterways. Males are easily recognised by their black and white plumage and the long tuft of feathers on their head.
