Merganser and Scaup Seen on Ponds

A male Hooded Merganser and a female Greater Scaup have been enjoying the parking lot pond. They were first seen on Oct. 30 and were still there on Nov. 4. While the Lesser Scaup is often seen in New Mexico in the winter, the Greater Scaup is a rarity. The Hooded Merganser is uncommon.