Long-tailed Duck (Clangula hyemalis), Hidden Cove Park, Holbrook, Navajo County

This Long-tailed Duck was found and photographed by Anita Strawn de Ojeda on 25 November 2017

Possibly the same bird was reported from this location on 21 November 2017 by William and Beth Clark.

Rare but annual late fall and winter visitor to the state.

Small duck with contrasting and variable dark and white pattern, plus small bill. In winter females, typically has white face and large dark smudge on side of upper neck.

25 November 2017, photo by Anita Strawn de Ojeda

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