Formally called "Oldsquaw", this species is commonly found in winter months in NY State.
The females and younger males dive while the dominant one keeps watch in the fast moving waters of the Oswego River. Mouth of Oswego River, Oswego, NY. December, 2003. Canon 10D digital SLR and EF100-400mm F4.5-5.6 IS lens with 1.4 extender and manual focus.
A very handsome male or drake in his winter plumage. Mouth of Oswego River, Oswego, NY. March, 2003. CP-4500 and Swaro ST-80 HD scope.
A new male flies in... Mouth of Oswego River, Oswego, NY. December, 2003. Canon 10D digital SLR and EF100-400mm F4.5-5.6 IS lens with 1.4 extender and manual focus.
Have you ever wondered if Long-tailed Ducks ever come up onto dry land? I was incredulous when I observed this female perched on the dock rail! From the pier behind the Maritime Museum, at the mouth of Oswego River, Oswego, NY. December, 2003. Canon 10D digital SLR and EF100-400mm F4.5-5.6 IS lens.
A phenominal drake, I wish he was bold enough to come in closer! . He is vocalizing in this shot, a yodel a friend says sounds like, "Ow-Owl-Om-ell-ette!" Mouth of Oswego River, Oswego, NY. December, 2003. Canon 10D digital SLR and EF100-400mm F4.5-5.6 IS lens with 1.4 extender and manual focus.