Goosander
Habitat and behaviour
Habitat: Upland rivers, reservoirs.
Diet: Salmon parr, trout.
Best time to spot: Sawbill duck; clashes with anglers.
When to look
Resident in the UK, so it can be found year-round. More on the season in UK winter wildfowl.
Where to see it
Reserves where the Goosander is on the list:
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