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Red-breasted Merganser (Mergus serrator)

The Red-breasted Merganser (Mergus serrator) is a striking duck renowned for its exceptional diving abilities and vibrant plumage. Found in rivers and coastal waters, this species thrives by catching small fish, crustaceans, and aquatic insects, making it a fascinating subject for bird enthusiasts.

Parc Angrignon - 2017-04-29
Location: Parc Angrignon
Date: 2017-04-29
Camera: NIKON D500
Lens: TAMRON SP AF 150-600mm F5-6.3 VC USD A011N
Settings: f6.3 • 1/1250 • ISO 560
Focal Length: 600mm
Parc des Rapides - 2016-04-17
Location: Parc des Rapides
Date: 2016-04-17
Camera: NIKON D7100
Lens: TAMRON SP AF 150-600mm F5-6.3 VC USD A011N
Settings: f6.3 • 1/1000 • ISO 220
Focal Length: 600mm

Common Names

🇨🇦Red-breasted Merganser
🇫🇷Harle huppé
🇩🇪Mittelsäger
🇲🇽Serreta mediana

Taxonomy

OrderAnseriformes
FamilyAnatidae

Characteristics

Length51–64cm
Weight800–1350g
Wingspan66–74cm
Clutch Size3-24 eggs
Incubation28-35 days
Fledging59 days
Sexual Maturity2-3 years

Explore More

📖 Wikipedia Page: For more information about this species.

Identification and Whereabouts

The Red-breasted Merganser closely resembles the Common Merganser. However, it can be distinguished by the unique coloration of its neck and breast, which are not white.

The Red-breasted Merganser can often be observed in Rapids Park Lachine, with occasional sightings in the large pond at Park Angrignon.

Location Spring Summer Autumn Winter
Parc de la Frayère - x - -
Parc des Rapides - 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 our park visit journals.