Lesser Scaup

Male 

Female - Reifel Bird Sanctuary  2017-02-17

Male - Lesser Scaup flyby

Female at Esquimalt Lagoon 2022-02-18

These are small diving ducks

Species: Aythya affinis          Lifespan: up to 18 years          Length: 15 1/2 - 17 1/2 inches          Wingspan: 27-31 inches