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Red-breasted Merganser

Mergus serrator

Description:

A large diving duck with a long thin bill, the Red-breasted Merganser is found in large lakes, rivers and the ocean. It prefers salt water more than the other two species of merganser.

Notes:

Very windy day today, providing the unusual "crest" on this bird.

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1 Comment

SusanEllison
SusanEllison 12 years ago

I just love the crest...too cool!

DonnaPomeroy
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DonnaPomeroy

San Mateo, California, USA

Spotted on Feb 15, 2012
Submitted on Feb 16, 2012

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