goosander
Mergus merganser

Large duck found mainly on freshwater

Habitat: freshwater lakes, rivers and reservoirs

Breeds in forested areas in N. Britain; winters in Southern Britain

Male: White and black upperparts, bottle green head with long thin red bill

Swims and dives for fish

Eats fish; flight strong and powerful

Nest is a lined tree hole or similar cavity

1 Brood March – June ; 7-14 eggs creamy