Redhead Duck Hunting

The redhead (Aythya americana) is a medium-sized diving duck native to North America. Males are characterized by their distinctive brick-red head, gray body, and black breast, while females are mottled brown with a slight reddish hue on the head. Redheads inhabit freshwater lakes and marshes, where they primarily feed on aquatic plants, seeds, and invertebrates by diving underwater. These ducks are known for their migratory behavior, moving south in the winter to warmer regions. Redhead populations are generally stable, although habitat loss can pose threats to their breeding and feeding grounds.