Bufflehead
Bufflehead
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The Bufflehead is a tiny, compact diving duck, notable for its oversized head relative to its body. Males are striking with their iridescent purplish-green black heads, large white triangular patch, and bright white flanks.
Where to spot
Breeds in forested areas near small ponds and lakes across Alaska and Canada. Winters widely across the southern United States, Mexico, and coastal areas of North America, on freshwater and sheltered coastal waters.
How to spot
Look for them on small ponds, lakes, rivers, and sheltered coastal bays. Males are unmistakable with their large, white head patch and contrasting black and white body. Females are much duller, dusky gray-brown with a distinct white cheek patch. Their quick, bouncy dives and sudden disappearances are characteristic.
When to spot
Most easily observed during migration (spring and autumn) and throughout the winter months in their non-breeding range.
Where to spot
Breeds in forested areas near small ponds and lakes across Alaska and Canada. Winters widely across the southern United States, Mexico, and coastal areas of North America, on freshwater and sheltered coastal waters.
How to spot
Look for them on small ponds, lakes, rivers, and sheltered coastal bays. Males are unmistakable with their large, white head patch and contrasting black and white body. Females are much duller, dusky gray-brown with a distinct white cheek patch. Their quick, bouncy dives and sudden disappearances are characteristic.
When to spot
Most easily observed during migration (spring and autumn) and throughout the winter months in their non-breeding range.
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Buffleheads nest in old tree cavities, particularly those excavated by Northern Flickers, a rare trait for a diving duck.
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Stefan
6 months ago
Bufflehead
Almere, Flevoland
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Spotters kwamen van heinde en verre naar de hut om te kijken
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