Common Merganser

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Mergus merganser
       
Order

Anseriformes (Ducks, geese, swans, and relatives)

Family

Anatidae (Ducks, geese, and swans)

Status

Common migrant, uncommon breeder

Habitat

Large rivers, deep lakes

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Size

22 to 27

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Range

Breeding: North-central and northeast

Winter: Mississippi River south of the metro area

Migration: Throughout

   
 
Sightings

Lake Rebecca Park

Rieck’s Lake Park


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