Barrow's Goldeneye




Barrow's Goldeneye Pair


Barrow's Goldeneye
(Bucephala islandica)

Order:  Anseriformes
Family:  Anatidae




Barrow's Goldeneye Pair
Photo © David Blevins

Barrow's Goldeneye Information


Barrow's Goldeneye
Habitat, diet, feeding behavior, nesting, and conservation status of this bird. Includes range map, photos, and sounds. (From Audubon Field Guide)

Barrow's Goldeneye
Description, vocalizations, range and habitat,, behavior, diet, and reproduction. Includes photos and range map. (From Wikipedia)

Barrow's Goldeneye
Description, habitat, behavior, diet, nesting, migration status, and conservation status. Includes photos and range map. (From BirdWeb)

  Calls and sounds of Barrow's Goldeneye


  Identification tips for Barrow's Goldeneye

Breeding Bird Survey Map,
2011-2015



(Image credit: USGS)


Range in New England


In New England, the Barrow's Goldeneye winters locally and in small numbers along the coast of of this region. This duck is also found in very small numbers on or near inland bodies of water that remain ice-free.


Winter Map from eBird

Sightings of the Barrow's Goldeneye from Jan-Feb over the past 10 years (2009-2019)


Christmas Bird Count Map
Historical CBC Map from USGS