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Lesser Scaup


Lesser Scaup
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Copyright: Manyee Desandies (manyee) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3089 W: 230 N: 6774] (23770)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2011-12-28
Categories: Birds
Camera: Canon Powershot SX230IS
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2012-01-16 15:08
Viewed: 2509
Points: 6
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Lesser Scaup
Aythya affinis

Two scaup species live in North America: the Greater Scaup prefers salt water and is found in America and Eurasia, while the Lesser Scaup prefers freshwater and is found only in North America. The Lesser Scaup is one of the most abundant and widespread of the diving ducks in North America.

Cool Facts:
The Lesser Scaup is a regular, if relatively uncommon, visitor to Hawaii, and is the third most abundant duck in the state. Only the Hawaiian Duck actually breeds there.
An adult Lesser Scaup may pretend to be dead (immobile with head extended, eyes open, and wings held close to body) when grasped by a red fox.
Lesser Scaup chicks are capable of diving under water on their hatching day, but they are too buoyant to stay under for more than just a moment. By the time they are 5 to 7 weeks old they are able to dive for 2-25 seconds and swim underwater for 15-18 meters (50-60 ft).

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Beautiful pov in capturing the wings details, Manyee.
Nice close framing and the pose is pleasing.
Thanks and kind regards,
Jusni

Hello Manyee,
very good photo presentation of this interesting Duck, Aythya affinis, new species for me!
Regards, Joska

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  • pegos Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 222 W: 0 N: 356] (1982)
  • [2012-01-17 3:57]

Hello Manyee,
beautiful image of this duch with excellent POV, good detail and light; the eye is fantastic! Well done!
Regards
Enrico

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  • tuslaw Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2754 W: 282 N: 4931] (19883)
  • [2012-01-17 18:55]

Hello Manyee,
A great shot of this attractive duck which reminds me alot of the Ring-necked Duck. That bright yellow eye really captures your attention and the plumage is very beautiful. Love the water movement and fine detail captured. Well done!!
Ron

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