At a glance, the lesser scaup (Aythya affinis) resembles a miniature greater scaup. However, it does display some unique characteristics.
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Greater Scaup
When seeing the greater scaup (Aythya marila), the overall impression is that of a big, thickset duck.
Tufted Duck
The tufted duck (Aythya fuligula) may at first glance appear to be a ring-necked duck. However, this species has several differentiating characteristics worth noticing.
Ring-Necked Duck
When you first encounter the male ring-necked duck (Aythya collaris), you may be surprised to find that he has no obvious ring on his neck.
Redhead
The redhead duck (Aythya americana) may at first glance resemble the larger canvasback. However, its appearance is actually quite distinctive.
Canvasback
Once you are familiar with the distinctive characteristics of the male canvasback (Aythya valisineria), you should have no problem identifying it even at a great distance.
Bird Songs
One disadvantage of reading about bird songs is relying on a printed mnemonic. What better solution than a book with an audio player?
Top 10 Kansas Resources
There’s so much to learn about Kansas, including history, nature, architecture, and more. Where to start?
Top 10 Sights to See in the Flint Hills
Choosing only 10 places that represent the Flint Hills at their finest is not simple. Take any road and you will see something breathtaking.
The Two Easiest Ways to Attract Hummingbirds
Attracting hummingbirds doesn’t have to be complicated! If you want to enjoy the sight of these tiny creatures, there are two simple ways to put out the welcome mat.
Homestead on the Range 