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Common Merganser

Mergus merganser

Photo by DustinWheeler
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Species ID Suggestions

Common Merganser

Mergus merganser
KathleenMcEachern
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Comments (3)
KathleenMcEachern
The definite line separating the redish throat from the white breast distinguishes this female Common Merganser from the female Red-breasted Merganser which has a gradual colour change from rust to whitish-grey on its throat.
MitchRay
It's either a Common Merganser or a Red-breasted Merganser. Judging by the location I'd say Common Merganser.
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PublishedJuly 21, 2011

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