Velvet scoter

Velvet scoter

A crescent-shaped pattern appears under the eye.

Characteristics

The whole body is black, with only the area around the eyes being white. This white area is crescent-shaped, giving it a sharp look.

The secondary feathers are white, and are clearly visible when flying. The beak is red, with kelp at the base above. The legs are red.

Picture of Velvet scoter

Ecology

A small number of them are seen in Japan as winter birds. They dive to feed on shellfish.

Habitat

Sanbanze in spring

I found it floating among other ducks from the bank of Sanbanze. It was a little far away and difficult to see, but when it flew off, I could clearly see the distinctive silhouette around its head. After it flew off, it flew off far into the sea.

Pictures

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Picture of Velvet scoter1|Its entire body is black.
Its entire body is black.
Picture of Velvet scoter2|It was mixed in with a flock of Tufted Ducks.
It was mixed in with a flock of Tufted Ducks.
Picture of Velvet scoter3|The crescent shapes around its eyes are distinctive.
The crescent shapes around its eyes are distinctive.
Picture of Velvet scoter4|It took off from the water's surface.
It took off from the water's surface.
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