Nov 21, 2015 · Bufflehead are very small, compact ducks with large, rounded heads and short, wide bills. Smaller than a Common Goldeneye; larger than a Pied-billed Grebe. Adult male …

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 …

Buffleheads are diving ducks and forage extensively on invertebrates throughout the annual cycle.

The world of waterfowl is filled with fascinating creatures, and among the most charming is the Bufflehead. This small, striking duck is a North American native known for its distinctive …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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.

Jun 15, 2025 · This unique diving duck has a small body and a relatively large head. The males are colorful and vibrant, with iridescent heads that appear black, purple, or green depending …