Bufflehead – 11/19/13

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 11/19/13

Observation Time: 2:35 p.m.

Observation Location: Gavins Pond

Common Name: Bufflehead

Scientific Name: Bucephala albeola

Comments: Buffleheads are small, diving ducks. They nest in old woodpecker holes, particularly those made by Northern Flickers, in the forests of northern North America.

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Bufflehead