The Red Crested Pochard: Close Up HD Footage (Netta rufina)

The Red-crested Pochard is a striking waterbird that catches your eye with its distinctive appearance. The male is particularly eye-catching, showing off his bright orange-red head and puffy crest, while the female keeps things low-key with her brownish plumage, perfect for staying out of sight during nesting season.
You'll find these clever ducks in wetlands and lakes across Europe and Asia, where they're absolute experts at swimming and diving. They can plunge up to 2 metres underwater to grab their meals, mainly feeding on water plants and small creatures like snails and insects.
About the same size as your average farmyard duck, these pochards have a interesting way of feeding - they often tip forward with their bottoms in the air, searching for food underwater. While they're not the most common duck in British waters, you might spot them in places like the Norfolk Broads, especially during winter months.

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