Birds of Cuba Search Box
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Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
White-winged Scoter
Macreuse à ailes blanches
Melanitta deglandi
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Life, Habitat & Pictures of the White-winged Scoter
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21" 53.3cm | 34" 86.4cm | 3.7lb. 1.7kg | Anatidae | Melanitta deglandi |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The White-winged Scoter is the largest member of the scoter family. It has very dark plumage, much like the other scoter species seen in North America. The sub-species of this scoter was recognized all around the northern hemisphere and seen in all countries. Now, the other sub-species have their own status and are known as the Velvet Scoter and the Stejneger's Scoter. This scoter has been seen in Cuba.