Scaup Review

Both Greater and Lesser Scaup are famously known as "bluebills" because of their distinctive, pale blue-gray bills.

In wetlands filled with tiny crustaceans (amphipods), Lesser Scaup often perform what looks like underwater somersaults to pick off the tiny creatures that get caught in their belly feathers. Both Greater and Lesser Scaup are famously known

Because they are so small and fluffy, they are naturally buoyant and often pop back up to the surface like a cork after just a few seconds, unable to stay submerged for long. Other Noteworthy Features: Other Noteworthy Features: Mother Greater Scaups pluck thick

Mother Greater Scaups pluck thick layers of down from their own breasts to line their nests for warmth; if they are in poor health, they might use small grayish-white feathers from their body instead. Dan's Feathursday Feature: Lesser Scaup, Greater Scaup if they are in poor health