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Sea ducks are a type of diving duck, meaning they obtain food by plunging into deep water. While some sea ducks frequent inland waters, they are primarily associated with marine environments.1

Sea ducks belong to the tribes Mergini and Somateriini and include species such as scoters, eiders, mergansers, buffleheads, and goldeneyes. These ducks are adapted for underwater foraging, with streamlined bodies and legs positioned towards the rear, making them strong swimmers. They often feed on animals like crabs, mussels, and crayfish, as well as submerged aquatic vegetation.12

Diving ducks, in general, are distinct from dabbling ducks, which feed in shallow waters by tipping forward.12

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