- A group of ducks are called a; Brace / Flush / Paddling / Raft / Team.
- They are a diving duck with a Rufus-brown neck and head, blue grey bill with a black tip and bright yellow eyes. They are a very striking bird. I could not get a close picture but will add one later as summer comes.
- Feeds mostly on aquatic vegetation.
- Lays eggs in other Redhead's nests or other ducks especially Canvasbacks.
- It has a rapid direct flight and will fly in V shaped formation.
- They have a very long molting period, up to a month where they are flightless. During this time they will travel to big bodies of water.
This year I am challenging my grand kids and their friends to a "Big Year". During 2013 we will be observing, identifying, and recording all our sightings of birds.
Friday, May 10, 2013
84 Redhead Duck
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