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Canvasback

Aythya valisineria

Description:

A large diving duck, the Canvasback breeds in prarie potholes and winters on ocean bays. Its sloping profile distinguishes it from other ducks.

Habitat:

San Francisco Bay wetlands in the open water of the bay.

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1 Comment

alicelongmartin
alicelongmartin 12 years ago

Nice.

DonnaPomeroy
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DonnaPomeroy

Spotted on Mar 3, 2012
Submitted on Mar 7, 2012

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