Lesser Scaup
Aythya affinis
(Eyton, 1838)
Least Concern
A
British & Irish Rarity Status: Rare
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Lesser Scaup - Dumfries & Galloway © Tristan Reid
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Lesser Scaup - Dumfries & Galloway © Tristan Reid
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Lesser Scaup - Dumfries & Galloway © Tristan Reid
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Lesser Scaup - Britain © Tim Salkeld
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Lesser Scaup - Britain © Tim Salkeld
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Lesser Scaup - Britain © Ian Stewart
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