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Both the common name and the scientific name "collaris" refer to one of the Ring-necked Duck's most inconspicuous field marks. Rarely visible in the field, the chestnut collar on the black neck is noticeable when the bird is in the hand. Such subtle characters would have been obvious to the people first describing the duck from dead specimens. All About Birds: Ring-necked Duck

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Ring-necked Duck

Date Submitted: March 19, 2009

Observer: Paul Lauenstein

Observation Date: 3/19/09

Observation Time: 4:00 p.m.

Observation Location: Gavin's Pond

Plant or Animal? Animal

Common Name: Ring-necked Duck

Scientific Name: Aythya collaris

Photo:

Ring-necked Duck

Comments: I saw ring-necked ducks last spring also at Gavins Pond. They must use Gavins Pond to rest and feed during their migration.

More Information: All About Birds: Ring-necked Duck

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