Common Goldeneye — Eastside Audubon Society

Common Goldeneyes are very fast fliers.  They have been clocked at speeds over 30 mph (Eadie et al).  The “Whistler” as it is commonly known, has wing beats so rapid they make a metallic whistling sound during flight.

Common Goldeneye (Bucephala clangula)

Barrow's Goldeneye - East Cascades Audubon Society

Common Goldeneye

Common Goldeneye Identification, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of

Spending time with a Common Goldeneye in NC

Common Goldeneye - eBird

Common Goldeneye - eBird

Barrow's Goldeneye - East Cascades Audubon Society

From the Teller: Goldeneyes are a frequent winter visitor to the

Common Goldeneye Identification, All About Birds, Cornell Lab of