November 27, 2005
Ruddy Duck (Female)
These small diving ducks stop at Fresh Pond to rest and eat during fall migration. Their destination is the southeast coast of the United States or the Gulf of Mexico. They are easily recognized by their white cheeks (the cheeks of the male being much whiter than those of the female) and their upturned tails.

This photo was taken by Jason Sandler of Franklin, Massachusetts. His bird list for the day is posted on the Bird Sightings page.