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How Do Surf Scoters Find Their Food? Have you ever wondered how certain waterfowl find their food underwater? In this engaging video, we’ll explore the fascinating feeding habits of the Surf Scoter, a striking bird often seen gliding across coastal waters. We’ll start by explaining how these birds dive deep into shallow waters to hunt for their preferred prey. You’ll learn about their powerful legs and wings that help them propel themselves downward and search along the water’s bottom. We’ll discuss the variety of foods they hunt, including mollusks like mussels and clams, crustaceans such as small crabs, aquatic insects, marine worms, and even fish eggs and plants like pondweeds. You’ll discover how their selective diet varies with seasons and habitat, and how their sharp eyesight and strong swimming skills make them effective underwater hunters. We’ll also cover how their feeding strategies change between freshwater breeding sites and marine environments, highlighting their adaptability throughout the year. Whether they are breeding, migrating, or wintering, Surf Scoters rely on their diving skills to survive and thrive in diverse aquatic habitats. Join us to learn about these incredible birds’ unique ways of finding food beneath the water’s surface.

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