SMEW

The smew is a small compact diving duck with a distinctive cracked-ice marking and delicate bill with serrated edges to hold fish. It is an occasional winter visitor to Arran, with the last sighting being near Pirnmill. They nest in tree holes and old woodpecker nests. It is a shy bird and flushes easily when disturbed. As well as fish they will eat insects and their larvae.

4.5cm x 8cm