Surf Scoter x White-winged Scoter Hybrid
Surf Scoter x White-winged Scoter Hybrid
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This rare hybrid exhibits a mix of characteristics from the distinctive Surf Scoter and the White-winged Scoter. Plumage features can vary, blending traits from both parent species.
Where to spot
Typically found in coastal waters where the breeding or wintering ranges of both parent species overlap, primarily along the North American coasts.
How to spot
Look for a scoter with a prominent bill that might show some of the Surf Scoter's colorful pattern, combined with the white wing patches characteristic of the White-winged Scoter. Head shape and overall body structure may also be intermediate.
When to spot
Most likely encountered during migration periods or in wintering flocks where both parent species congregate.
Where to spot
Typically found in coastal waters where the breeding or wintering ranges of both parent species overlap, primarily along the North American coasts.
How to spot
Look for a scoter with a prominent bill that might show some of the Surf Scoter's colorful pattern, combined with the white wing patches characteristic of the White-winged Scoter. Head shape and overall body structure may also be intermediate.
When to spot
Most likely encountered during migration periods or in wintering flocks where both parent species congregate.
Hybrid ducks often display a fascinating combination of their parents' patterns, making them unique and sometimes challenging to identify.
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