Documentation of
Eurasian Wigeon
2012-214
Observer Information
Reporter:
Norm Lewis
852 S. DeFrame Way,
LAKEWOOD,
CO 80228-3034
E-mail:
migrant44@aol.com
Other Observers:
Ted Cooper
Species, Date, Time and Location Information
Species:
Eurasian Wigeon
First Date/Time:
1/3/2013 8:30:00 AM
Last Date/Time:
1/3/2013 8:45:00 AM
Duration (total time in view):
Fifteen minutes
County:
Fremont and Fremont
Specific Location:
Centennial Park
Number:
1
Age:
Adult
Sex:
Male
Plumage:
Breeding
Habitat
City park grassy field
Viewing Conditions
Optics:
Leica binoculars
Distance:
Seventy-five feet
Light:
Excellent morning light
Description of the Bird
Medium sized duck, pinkish breast, brick red head with buffy forehead/crown.
Similar Species Discussion
Easy identification. American Wigeon has white crown and green eye patch. There are no other species with which this bird could be confused.
Resources Used
Personal experience, Sibley, National Geographic.
Previous Experience
I have seen Eurasian Wigeon a number of times in Colorado.
Notes
Notes made DURING observation
Date Documentation Submitted
8/22/2014 9:23:00 AM
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