Common Goldeneye

  • These birds tend to nest in holes in trees that are near wetlands, lakes, or rivers. They often find holes that Pileated Woodpeckers had previously made.

  • They eat aquatic invertebrates and vegetation such as fish, fish eggs, seeds, and tubers.

  • These ducks are compact and very fast. They can reach speeds up to 40 miles per hour.

  • These birds dive often to search for prey, and can stay underwater for around 1 minute. They hold their wings close to their body when they dive and often dive at the same time as others.