Surf scoter in water facing left. He has a black body, pale yellow eyes, and an orange beak with a pale tip, white sides, and a large black spot near the base. The water is reflecting the sunset.
Surf scoter diving into water. He has a black body and reddish legs. The water is grey blue.
Surf scoter heading into a wave. He has a black body, pale yellow eyes, white spot on the back of his head, and an orange beak with a pale tip, white sides, and a large black spot near the base.
Surf scoter in water facing right. He has a black body, pale yellow eyes, and an orange beak with a pale tip, white sides, and a large black spot near the base. The water is reflecting the sunset.
Gorgeous male surf scoter I saw at the Bay a few weeks ago. He was very close to the beach playing in the surf, riding some waves and diving into others.
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