The American Wigeon is a compact dabbling duck; the male has a gleaming white forehead and crown — earning the nickname 'baldpate' — and a shimmering green eye stripe. It is often seen grazing on grass like a goose, and sometimes steals aquatic plants from diving ducks. Males produce a distinctive three-note whistle.
Best time to see a American Wigeon
The best time to see a American Wigeon is November–February, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 55,900 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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