A photo of a Redhead (Aythya americana), male
Redhead, Male

Redhead

Aythya americana

The redhead (Aythya americana) is a medium-sized diving duck. The scientific name is derived from Greek aithuia, an unidentified seabird mentioned by authors including Hesychius and Aristotle, and Latin americana, of America. The redhead is 37 cm (15 in) long with an 84 cm (33 in) wingspan. It belongs to the genus Aythya, together with 11 other described species. The redhead and the common pochard form a sister group which together is sister to the canvasback. The redhead goes by many names, including the red-headed duck and the red-headed pochard. This waterfowl is easily distinguished from other ducks by the male's copper coloured head and bright blue bill during the breeding season.
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Mark Borovatz
Tuesday 21 Mar 2023 - 6:05pm
United States
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Mark Borovatz
Monday 20 Mar 2023 - 8:19pm
United States
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Justin Reed
Sunday 19 Mar 2023 - 7:40pm
United States
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Robin S
Saturday 18 Mar 2023 - 5:53pm
United Kingdom
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