Tufted Duck

Tufted Duck (Aythya fuligula). Tufted Duck (Aythya fuligula).

One pair in the main garden. The male’s head, crest, neck, and upper breast are black with a purplish gloss. The upper parts, vent and tail are also black but with a greenish gloss. The female will nest amongst thick vegetation e.g. reeds or grasses and close to water. The egg clutch size is 8-10 greenish-grey eggs