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How can I tell a lesser scaup from a greater scaup?

April 26, 2017greater Lesser scaup

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How can I tell a lesser scaup from a greater scaup?

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A lesser scaup has a purplish gloss to its head and a small bump at the back – at the crown. The greater scaup has a greenish gloss to its head and a smoother head. The lesser scaup is more common on Lost Lagoon. The females are very similar in appearance.