Common Goldeneye

Male Common Goldeneye Exhibits “Head Throw” Pose.5

This male Common Goldeneye was seen in the Diversey Harbor near downtown Chicago. The male is exhibiting a specific mating pose called “Head Throw”. This is the last of five images in the sequence. See below for more information.

This image is part of a post which provides information about the Common Goldeneye and includes illustrations of different poses they exhibit, particularly during courtship. If you would like to see the entire post CLICK HERE.

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Birder2011

March 9, 2021 4:40 pm

Great capture! I have a hard time taking photos of birds in the water. Very sharp and clear.

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