Goldeneye (bacuphala clangula)
Aquatic birds (Anseriformes) > Sea Ducks (Merginae) > Goldeneye (bacuphala clangula)
Breeds in forested areas and nests in a tree hole. Mainly migratory and seldom seen on the coast. They are hardy and return from migration early.
Goldeneye (bacuphala clangula). Copyright 2009 Peter Drury
Birds in passage on migration. Seen in Langstone harbour on a cold, still day. The male is going through his courtship dance.
