Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Common Scoter
Scientific Name:
Melanitta nigra
Also Known As:
Common Scoter
Length:
49cm
Wingspan (mm):
84cm
Weight:
1kg Did You Know?
This species is specially protected by Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). This legislation protects Common Scoter from nest destruction, killing or injuring and also disturbance while breeding.