Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

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Brief #

Striking black and white, with iridescent green and purple heads and a large white patch behind the eye.

Synonyms #

  • Porrón albeola (Spanish)

Red List Status #

The Bufflehead is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Adult males are striking black and white, with iridescent green and purple heads and a large white patch behind the eye. Females are grey-toned with a smaller white patch behind the eye and a light underside.

Measurements #

Length: 32 - 40 cm
Wingspan: 54 - 56 cm
Weight: 270 - 550 g