American Wigeon
Scientific Name: Anas americana
Classification: Game Species
Abundance: Common throughout state
Overview
The American wigeon is a medium-sized, compact duck with a round head, short neck and small bill. When breeding, the male, also known as a drake, has a mask of iridescent green feathers around its eyes and a cream-colored cap running from the crown of its head to its bill. Because of this white blaze, the wigeon is also known as baldpate. Females (hens) are not as brightly colored, having primarily a gray and brown plumage. Both males and females have a bluish bill with a black tip, a white belly and dark gray to blue-gray legs and feet.
Additional Info (including license requirements, non-toxic shot requirements, baiting information and various reports)
Surveys and Reports
Satellite Tracking of American Wigeon
Report Bird Bands
Please report all bands online at www.reportband.gov
Please be aware that starting July, 2017, the toll-free telephone number that had previously been available to report bird bands is being discontinued. This discontinuation is collectively due to past problems with accurate data recording, high rates of dropped calls and budget cuts. People calling this toll-free number will be directed to report their bird bands using the REPORTBAND website or by mail. We rely heavily on your cooperation in reporting banded birds to help in their management, and we would like to thank you for your continued support in this effort.