Mar 4, 2011 · The Lesser Scaup is a medium-sized diving duck with a small peak at the back of the head. From the small peak, the back of the head and neck is flat, not rounded as it is on …

The lesser scaup (Aythya affinis) is a small North American diving duck that migrates south as far as Central America in winter. It is colloquially known as the little bluebill or broadbill because of …

Also similar to Ring-necked Duck, but Lesser Scaup has grayer back and whiter sides. Usually in flocks or pairs on a variety of wetland habitats, from small ponds to large lakes and bays.

One of the most numerous and widespread diving ducks in North America, especially on inland waters. Can be very active when feeding, diving and surfacing repeatedly. In winter often seen …

Lesser Scaup favor deeper, permanent to semi-permanent wetlands in boreal and prairie regions during the breeding season. These wetlands often have abundant emergent vegetation, …

Distinguishing Lesser Scaup (Aythya affinis) vs Greater Scaup (Aythya marila) is one of the most persistent identification challenges faced by North American birders and waterfowl …

Lesser scaup are diving ducks, which submerge completely underwater to catch food. They can be very active while feeding, diving and surfacing repeatedly and quickly.

May 27, 2024 · The lesser scaup is a medium-sized diving duck. They are often seen forming groups with other species of diving ducks, such as canvasbacks and the greater scaup.

Jan 19, 2017 · Once Ring-necked and Tufted Ducks are out of the running, you’re left with the pair that’s toughest to tell apart: scaup. During winter, location can be a deciding factor. Greater …

Mar 9, 2023 · The Lesser Scaup is the most common “diving duck” species. It has an estimated population of five and a half million, is fairly common, and is not considered to be threatened.