Bufflehead: here’s the scoop
threats
Bufflehead populations are stable and increasing despite some declines in certain areas. The major threats they face are from hunting and loss of nesting sites due to clear cutting of forests and agricultural development.
Species
Bufflehead
Scientific name
Bucephala albeola
Habitat
Summers are spent in breeding grounds near ponds and lakes in boreal forest of Canada and Alaska, with isolated populations in the western United States. Winters are spent along the Atlantic and Pacific coast or on inland ponds
Diet
Aquatic invertebrates, larvae, small fish, seeds
life expectancy
Did you know?
Bufflehead ducks are North America’s smallest diving duck. They can stay under water for up to 25 seconds!
Range
North America
Conservation status
Least Concern
Widespread and abundant
