Nov 21, 2015 · A buoyant, large-headed duck that abruptly vanishes and resurfaces as it feeds, the tiny Bufflehead spends winters bobbing in bays, estuaries, reservoirs, and lakes.

The bufflehead (Bucephala albeola) is a small sea duck of the genus Bucephala, the goldeneyes. It breeds in Alaska and Canada and migrates in winter to southern North America.

Less sociable than most ducks, seen in pairs or small groups, almost never in large flocks. Takes wing easily from the water, flies with rapid wingbeats. The name 'Bufflehead' is derived from 'buffalo …

This comprehensive guide delves into the life history, ecology, and conservation of the Bufflehead, offering insights for researchers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone curious about this delightful bird.

Buffleheads are obligate cavity nesters, using boreal or aspen parkland lakes and wetlands, and often using cavities created by Northern Flickers. Buffleheads are monogamous, often keeping the same …

Small, compact diving duck with large head and small gray bill. Breeding males are black and white with large white patch on back of head. Females and immature males are gray-brown with white patch on …

Buffleheads are small diving ducks that have large, rounded heads. They are often found in ponds and small lakes, but also use salt water in coastal areas during the winter. Buffleheads were named for …

Mar 1, 2023 · Named after their large heads, these smallest diving ducks are a common sight across North America. Buffleheads (Bucephala albeola), also called butterballs, are easily recognized by the …

Bufflehead, (Bucephala albeola), small, rapid-flying duck of the family Anatidae, which breeds in woodland ponds and bogs from Alaska and northern California east to Ontario.

Buffleheads are native to North America. Their summer breeding range includes central Alaska and extends south to British Columbia and east to Saskatchewan. Isolated breeding populations can also …