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American Widgeon

Anas americana

Description:

dabbling duck and winter resident of my area. The green stripe on the male's head is almost as bright as the head of a mallard. The female is moreplain(see background of photo 2)

Habitat:

city park with a large flock

Notes:

The llight was reflecting the green on the males' heads nicely

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2 Comments

KarenSaxton
KarenSaxton 12 years ago

It was a great day for photography! I'll be sad when the birds all fly north

Gerardo Aizpuru
Gerardo Aizpuru 12 years ago

Wow nice series Karen

KarenSaxton
Spotted by
KarenSaxton

Coos Bay, Oregon, USA

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

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