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Red Breasted Merganser

by | Feb 28, 2025 | Animal card

  • Scientific Name: Mergus serrator
  • Length: Up to 25 inches (64 cm)
  • Wingspan: Up to 37 inches (94 cm)
  • Weight: Male: 2-3 lbs (0.9-1.4 kg), Female: 1.5-2 lbs (0.7-0.9 kg)
  • Lifespan: Up to 15 years in the wild
  • Diet: Primarily fish
  • Habitat: Freshwater lakes, rivers, and coasts (especially saltwater)
  • Interesting Fact: Red-breasted mergansers have a shaggy crest and a serrated bill with tiny saw-like edges. This unique bill helps them catch slippery fish by gripping them firmly.