Anas americana
Length: 16-23 Weight: 1-3 lbs
Identification:
Male has distinctive green sideburns and white forehead, with a black rump/tail. Female has a similar brown mask.
Distribution:
Summer resident into far northern Alaska and Canada. Winter resident in southern US, Mexico, and northern South America.
Cool Facts:
American Wigeons may also be referred to as Baldpate Ducks, owing to the white “bald” patch on their heads.
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References:
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