April 13, 2013 at 5:15 pm

Picture of the Day: First Flight

by twistedsifter

 

FIRST FLIGHT

 

baby common goldeneye ducks leaving nest flying for first time Picture of the Day: First Flight

 

In this momentous occasion, we see two baby common goldeneye ducks leaving the nest and taking to the air for their first ever flight. The expressions on their face are priceless! What an amazing event to witness πŸ™‚

The Common Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula) is a medium-sized sea duck. Adult males ranges from 45–52 cm (18–21 inches) and from 888 to 1400 grams (1.9 to 3.1 lbs), while females range from 40–50 cm (16–20 inches) and from 500 to 1182 grams (1.1 to 2.6 lbs). The species is aptly named for its golden-yellow eye. [Source]

 

 

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