Anas Americana [BEST]

“Baldpates often graze like geese on young grasses, and they are fond of eelgrass, which they will steal from diving ducks...” Britannica

Wigeons are famously known as "thief ducks." They often hang around diving ducks, like the Canvasback, to steal the aquatic vegetation (such as eelgrass) that the divers bring to the surface. anas americana

“[Drakes] have a fast, erratic flight pattern that reveals a bold white wing patch and brilliant green speculum...” Facebook · Whidbey Island Rocks - WIR · 8 years ago “Baldpates often graze like geese on young grasses,

They are a noisy species. While most ducks quack, the male American Wigeon produces a very distinct, high-pitched three-note whistle that sounds similar to a squeaky toy. and they are fond of eelgrass