Goosander

This hand-colored engraving by John James Audubon depicts a pair of Goosanders, also known as Mergus merganser. The male Goosander is easily recognizable by his black head and white body, while the female has a reddish-brown head and a gray body. Both birds have long, serrated bills and are shown swimming in a river with a rocky shore. In the background, there is a waterfall and a distant mountain range. The Goosander is a species of duck that is found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a migratory bird that breeds in the northern parts of its range and winters in the southern parts. The Goosander is a carnivorous bird that feeds on fish, frogs, and other small animals. It is a skilled diver and can stay underwater for up to a minute. The Goosander is a popular game bird and is also hunted for its meat and feathers.