Tufted Duck
Aythya fuligula
A compact diving duck of lakes, reservoirs, slow rivers, and sheltered coastal waters across much of Eurasia. It feeds by diving underwater for mollusks, aquatic insects, crustaceans, and plant material, often surfacing quickly after short foraging dives. Males are glossy black with white flanks and a dangling head tuft, while females are browner and more subdued. One notable trait is its ability to feed well below the surface, using strong legs set far back on the body for underwater propulsion.
- Type
- Water
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
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- Tufted Duck