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Long-tailed Duck


Long-tailed Duck

3/4/11
Washington Park - Smith Lake (N. side)
Female
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An ocean bird and rarer than rare inland. Probably the first and last time we'll see her in the park. After stalking her for a week (not knowing exactly what I was stalking) with no success, this pic was taken through the scope of a friendly birder. But if you see her all you need for an ID is that big black patch on the cheek and the almost "painted" look of the face.