Learn 100 Common Valley Birds Blog Post Species #80/100
Few things on earth fill us with as much delight as birds, and knowing them by name only adds to our pleasure. In California’s Central Valley, with only a little bit of effort, anyone can learn 100 local bird species. Especially since on a daily basis Valley Residents come in contact with at least a dozen species that most recognize, but may not know the name of. The intent of this blog is for followers to learn about and be able to identify 100 common valley birds.
A Reflections of the Natural World Blog Post Series by Jim Gain
WHAT’S IN A NAME
Ring-necked Duck – Aythya collaris
Name Roots: (Gr. aythya, “a kind of waterbird” – L. collaris, “collared”)
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The Ring-necked Duck is a small to medium-sized diving duck with distinctive white bill markings and a short crest that gives its head an angular profile. The species is native to North America, but sightings outside of the continent are increasingly common.
DISTRIBUTION STATUS IN THE CENTRAL VALLEY
The Ring-necked Duck is a Fairly Common Winter Visitor and Rare Summer Visitor in California’s Central Valley and can be found in Open Water habitats.
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