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Northern shoveler
Anas clypeata
35.7394, -75.5174
Field Notes
Description:
During a nature outing with other birders, we saw large flocks of various ducks. These Northern shovelers were among them; I find them quite distinctive with their large, unique bills, which have comb-like projections on the edges that help them filter seeds and little crustaceans from the wetlands where they feed.
Habitat:
North Atlantic coastal area
Notes:
The colorful shoveler is the male and the second photo shows his female companion with more subdued colors
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedFebruary 7, 2020
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