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Harlequin Duck Histrionicus histrionicus

 Harlequin Duck Distribution & Migration

Harlequin Duck Distribution Map

 

Harlequin Duck Migration

The Pacific coast harlequin duck migrates from its seacoast wintering areas to nearby mountains where it nests in April and May. Males depart for the coast soon after they have mated and females follow with their young in mid summer and early autumn.