Documentation of
Long-tailed Duck
2011-201
Observer Information
Reporter:
Richard Reading
E-mail:
Other Observers:
Dan Rees;
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Long-tailed Duck
First Date/Time:
1/17/2011
Last Date/Time:
Duration (total time in view):
1 hour
County:
Denver
Specific Location:
Platte R. just north of Florida Ave.
Number:
1
Age:
Unknown
Sex:
Female
Plumage:
Other/Unknown
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
Swarovski 10x42 binoculars
Distance:
estimated 30 m
Light:
Full light on bird
Description of the Bird
White face patch and ring around neck. White below, dark brown wings. Brown on top of head. Bluish bill. See photos.
Behaviors: Swimming on Platte river, sometimes with female Common Goldeneye Ducks.
Call: No call
Plumage: Adult Female Winter
Similar Species Discussion
No other similar species
Previous Experience
Birding for years
Date Documentation Submitted
1/17/2011 3:58:00 PM
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