Common Eider
Common Eider
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The Common Eider is the largest duck in the Northern Hemisphere, famed for the insulating properties of its down. Males are strikingly patterned with black and white plumage and a distinct green nape, while females are cryptically mottled brown.
Where to spot
Breeds along coastal areas of the Arctic and North Atlantic, including North America, Europe, and Siberia. Winters mainly in coastal marine waters throughout its breeding range and further south in temperate coastal zones.
How to spot
Look for large, rafted groups in coastal marine waters, often near rocky shores. Males are unmistakable with their large size, sloping forehead, and black and white pattern. Females are entirely brown but have the same large, wedge-shaped bill and sloping forehead. Listen for the male's distinctive 'ah-oo-OH' call.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in coastal areas, but large flocks are particularly noticeable during winter months.
Where to spot
Breeds along coastal areas of the Arctic and North Atlantic, including North America, Europe, and Siberia. Winters mainly in coastal marine waters throughout its breeding range and further south in temperate coastal zones.
How to spot
Look for large, rafted groups in coastal marine waters, often near rocky shores. Males are unmistakable with their large size, sloping forehead, and black and white pattern. Females are entirely brown but have the same large, wedge-shaped bill and sloping forehead. Listen for the male's distinctive 'ah-oo-OH' call.
When to spot
Can be observed year-round in coastal areas, but large flocks are particularly noticeable during winter months.
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Common Eiders are among the deepest-diving ducks, capable of reaching depths of 20 meters (65 feet) or more to feed on mollusks and crustaceans.
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