Part of the Mating Ritural

Mike Warner

This female (R) and male (L) Common Goldeneye were seen in the Diversey Harbor near downtown Chicago.  Both the male and female are exhibiting specific mating poses.  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.

Common Goldeneye Exhibition of “Jiving”

Pair of Common Goldeneye