Advanced waterfowl ID quiz: same duck, different plumage.

Northern shovelers are often referred to as “spoonbills” or “spoonies” because of their unique spatula-shaped bill that appear longer than other dabbling ducks. The breeding male has a green head, white body, reddish brown flanks and a black bill and is often referred to as “Mr. Hollywood”. The female is grey-brown with subtle black streaking. Females have an orange bill, a green speculum and blue shoulder patches. Immature males are often indistinguishable from hens, but can sometimes be distinguished by bill colour.