American Wigeon (Anas americana)
A small duck with round head and small beak, frequently seen in parks around Montreal, especially during spring and autumn.
Common Names
| 🇨🇦 | American Wigeon |
| 🇫🇷 | Canard d'Amérique |
| 🇩🇪 | Nordamerikanische Pfeifente |
| 🇲🇽 | Silbón americano |
Taxonomy
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Anatidae |
Characteristics
| Length | 42-59cm |
| Weight | 512-1330g |
| Wingspan | 76-91cm |
| Clutch Size | 3-13 eggs |
| Incubation | 25-26 days |
| Fledging | 42-49 days |
| Sexual Maturity | 1 year |
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Best Locations and Seasons for Sightings
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.
| Location | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Angrignon | x | - | - | - |
| Parc de la Frayère | x | - | - | - |
"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from my park visit journals.
Identification and Similar Species
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.
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Last updated: 2024-12-31