common scoter

• Especie de pato marino de tamaño mediano (Melanitta nigra) que habita en el norte de Europa, Asia y América del Norte; el macho adulto presenta plumaje totalmente negro y una característica protuberancia amarilla en el pico.

A large sea duck species (Melanitta nigra) found across northern Europe, Asia, and North America, known for its all-black plumage in males and distinctive yellow knob on the bill.

1. Species of sea duckC2formal

   A medium-sized sea duck (Melanitta nigra) found in northern regions, with the male being entirely black and the female being brown with pale cheeks.

   negrón común

   • The common scoter is often seen in large flocks along the coast.
   • Ornithologists study the migration patterns of the common scoter.
   • The male common scoter is easily identified by its all-black plumage.