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Tufted Duck

Aythya fuligula

Photo by NicoleB
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Field Notes

Description:

An elusive fellow that didn't want to come much closer ;)

Seen 2-3 times in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt in 2010.

The Tufted Duck is about 40-47cm and has a Wingspan of 65 to 72cm

They like a habitat of open, clear waters near forests.

Usually migrate and form big flocks when not breeding.

Habitat:

Water treatment plant during migration

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Comments (2)
NicoleB
I love seeing these guys, always a treat :)!
The MnMs
Nice finding! we also had a duck in our swimming pool in Hamata almost every night. Here is the spotting :-) http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/6291706

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PublishedAugust 6, 2011

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