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Common Eider Duck
Somateria mollissima
26.5256, -80.0651
Field Notes
Description:
Very far distance off shore so specifics are difficult. Seemed to be a duck-like bird, much larger than a mallard. Appeared to be mostly white and black with grey areas. Light white to yellow beak with a long angled appearance. Side of head does not look like a common eider nor the white chest feather pattern.
Habitat:
Atlantic ocean at the inlet to Boynton Beach. 200 yard off of the jetty.
Notes:
Very difficult to determine exactly but seems to be an eider. This individual has been hanging around the inlet just off shore for the last 3 weekend (that I have noticed) This is as close as it has gotten to the jetty or shore.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedFebruary 23, 2014
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