Common Merganser
Mergus merganser
Common Mergansers
are diving fish eaters that breed in forested regions of the state. During the breeding season (October- July) males can be
distinguished from females by their green iridescent head.
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Specimen #203
Date: July 28, 2011
Location: Manlius, NY
Notes: Appears to be male
in non-breeding plumage.
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