Common Eider

Common Eider

Somateria mollissimaLinnut
Common Eider

Tietoa common eiderjahdista

Eider hunting is a traditional form of coastal hunting with deep roots in Norwegian culture. The hunt takes place from boats or fixed positions along the coast.

The bird is tough and resilient, requiring good shot placement and heavy shot loads. The eider flies heavily but steadily, offering a calmer shooting window than many other ducks.

The population has declined in many areas, and hunting is more restricted than before. Always check local quotas and regulations.

Metsästysaika

1 Oct – 30 Nov

Hunting is limited to the coastal counties. The eider population has declined, so always check local regulations.

Paino

1.5–2.5 kg

Levinneisyys

The common eider is found along the entire Norwegian coast, from Østfold to Finnmark. The densest populations are along the coasts of Northern Norway and Western Norway.

Maasto

Skerries, fjords and coastal waters. The eider feeds on blue mussels and other bottom-dwelling shellfish, which it dives for in shallow water.

Tuntomerkit

The male is white and black with a green nape. The female is mottled brown. A large, heavy sea duck.

Metsästysvinkit

Hunting from a fixed stand in the skerries gives the best results. Eiders move between feeding and resting sites along fixed routes.

Common Eiderjahti lääneittäin

Löydä metsästysmaa common eiderjahtiin

Luo ilmainen tili ja löydä metsästysmaita common eiderjahtiin.

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