Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Velvet Scoter
Scientific Name:
Melanitta fusca
Length:
54cm
Wingspan (mm):
94cm
Weight:
1.8 / 1.4k Did You Know?
This species is specially protected by Schedule 1 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). This legislation protects Velvet Scoter from nest destruction, killing or injuring and also disturbance while breeding.