Posted by Rob Graham on December 6, 2011 at 11:31 PM
I found this small duck a couple of days ago in central Kansas. It was much smaller than a female Northern Pintail that was also present. Thank you.
Posted by Jim DeWitt on December 7, 2011 at 1:11 AM
American Wigeon hen, Rob. Nice shot.
Posted by Rob Graham on December 7, 2011 at 11:35 AM
Thanks, Jim. I knew it had to be an easy one, but just couldn't place it.
Posted by Ron Bielefeld on December 8, 2011 at 8:46 PM
Rob, I have to disagree with Jim on this being a female wigeon. I believe this is a female green-winged teal. Especially if it is a lot smaller than a pintail hen. Above is an image of a female American wigeon.
Posted by Rob Graham on December 8, 2011 at 11:16 PM
I see your point, Ron. Green-winged Teal does make sense, especially after looking at your photo and the field guides again. There was significant size discrepancy between the pintail and my bird. Thanks for the correction.
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