Wildlife - Species
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Species Specific Regulations
Redhead
Licenses: Hunting License required. Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp (Federal Duck Stamp) that is validated by the hunter signing the stamp in ink across the face of the stamp
Limits: Please see Migratory Bird Regulations for any game zones restrictions or Limitations.
Redhead
(Aythya americana)
Description
In the air, they give the impression of always being in a hurry. Migratory flocks travel in V’s;
Average Size
Redheads have an average length of 20 inches and an average weight of 2 1/2 pounds.
Preferred Habitat
Range coast to coast, with the largest numbers in the
Central Flyway. Often found
associating with canvasback. Usually spend the day in large rafts in deep water;
Typical Flock Pattern
Wings
Food Habits
- Feed morning and evening in shallower sections.
- Move in irregular formations over feeding areas.
Miscellaneous
Drakes purr and meow; hens have a loud squak, higher than a hen mallard’s.
Publications and Literature
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, Federal Duck Stamp Office Presents: North American Waterfowl
South Carolina waterfowl hunters 16 and older are required by state law to obtain a state migratory waterfowl permit and Migratory Game Bird permit. Both permits must be in the hunter's possession while hunting or transporting legal waterfowl. A state waterfowl permit is included with the Lifetime Senior, Lifetime Gratis and Disability Licenses. S.C. residents who hold a Lifetime Senior or Lifetime Gratis License are not required to have a Migratory Game Bird permit.
National Migratory Bird Harvest Information Program (HIP)
The waterfowl permits and HIP permits are available from select DNR offices and from hunting and fishing license agents.
Dean Harrigal - Waterfowl Biologist
SCDNR
585 Donnelley Drive
Green Pond, SC 29446
Phone: 843-844-8957
Fax: 843-844-2525
E-mail: harrigald@dnr.sc.gov