A large, heavyset sea duck with a distinctive long, sloping frontal lobe of the bill that extends almost to the crown.
Relative Size
Larger than a Surf Scoter, smaller than a Snow Goose.
![Relative Size](/guide/images/size/scale.png)
![between crow and goose](/guide/images/size/btwn-crow-goose.png)
Measurements- Both Sexes
- Length: 19.7-28.0 in (50-71.1 cm)
- Weight: 45.9-92.1 oz (1300-2611 g)
- Wingspan: 37.4-38.6 in (95-98 cm)
- Length: 19.7-28.0 in (50-71.1 cm)
- Weight: 45.9-92.1 oz (1300-2611 g)
- Wingspan: 37.4-38.6 in (95-98 cm)