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Bufflehead - Female
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Done on the shore of Lake Ontario - Toronto
Bufflehead
Bucephala albeola Order ANSERIFORMES - Family ANATIDAE - Subfamily Anatinae
The smallest diving duck in North America, the Bufflehead breeds in ponds and small lakes in Canada, and winters in much of the United States. It nests in tree cavities as well as in nest boxes.
Description
Small diving duck.
Black-and-white.
Small gray bill.
White patch on side of head.
Size: 32-40 cm (13-16 in)
Wingspan: 55 cm (22 in)
Weight: 272-635 g (9.6-22.42 ounces)
Cool Facts
-The Bufflehead nests almost exclusively in holes excavated by Northern Flickers and, on occasion, by Pileated Woodpeckers.
-Unlike most ducks, the Bufflehead is mostly monogamous, often remaining with the same mate for several years.
-The Bufflehead lays eggs more slowly than most other ducks, commonly with intervals of two or three days between eggs.
(from "All About Birds") |
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great sharpness, TFS Ori
- PeterZ
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Hello Mario,
Fantastic photo of this Bufflehead. Excellent sharp details, beautiful waterdrops. Great timing and OOF BG. Splendid clear and natural colours. Very good!!!
Regards,
Peter
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