American Wigeon Anas americana
A small duck with round head and small beak, frequently seen in parks around Montreal, especially during spring and autumn.
Specs
| Length | 50-60cm |
| Weight | 600-800g |
| Wingspan | 80-90cm |
Common Names
| German | Nordamerikanische Pfeifente |
| English | American Wigeon |
| French | Canard d'Amérique |
| Spanish | Silbón americano |
Taxonomy
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Anatidae |
| Species | Anas americana |
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How to Identify
To identify this bird, i look at shape of the head and head color pattern of the male. American Wigeon has a round head and small beak. The drake's head top is grey, and he has green feathers around the eyes.
Where and When to Spot
My sightings of this bird happened in Rapids Park Lachine during spring and autumn. American Wigeon is a migratory bird, spending summer more North and winter more South.
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Angrignon | x | - | - | - |
| Parc de la Frayère | x | - | - | - |
Where and when a species has been observed, identified, and recorded.