The male Eider has a large grey-green wedge-shaped beak, black and white plumage, and a pale green nape. The legs and feet are olive-green.
The female has a brown barred plumage but still has the large characteristic beak which is olive-grey.
The male in eclipse plumage has a a dark brown plumage with white markings on the back and wings.
Typical Adult is 41-46cm (16-18in).
Mainly mussels which are swallowed whole, as well as other animal matter such as molluscs, and crustaceans.
Coastal areas in north America, north Europe, Arctic, Greenland, and eastern Siberia.
Early April further south but June in the north.
4 to 6 (olive-grey colour).
River Cottage's collection of Eiders changes regularly. Please visit us regularly to keep up-to-date with our flock
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Note: All birds are subject to availability and we reserve the right to alter prices as the market and our costs dictate. Viewing is strictly by appointment. Please contact us for futher details
