Common Merganser Mergus merganser
Overview
Description
The common merganser (North American) or goosander (Eurasian) (Mergus merganser) is a large sea duck of rivers and lakes in forested areas of Europe, Asia, and North America. The common merganser eats mainly fish. It nests in holes in trees.1
Taxonomy
Anseriformes > Anatidae (Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl) > Waterfowl
Subspecies Seen: Common Merganser (Eurasian), Common Merganser (North American)
Sightings
Relevant Sightings
- 02-11-2024 - California, United States (First Sighting / First and Best Photo)
- 05-25-2025 - California, United States (Last Sighting)
Places Seen
- California, United States
- Flevoland, Netherlands
- Ontario, Canada
Media
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Audio Recordings
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