A common dabbling duck, the Wigeon is a winter visitor that gathers in large numbers, particularly on wet grasslands, flood meadows and flooded gravel pits and reservoirs with gently sloping edges where they can easily get out onto the grassy banks. Wigeon can be spotted in winter dabbling in close-knit groups or flying in tight formations over wetlands. The Wigeon is a medium-sized duck with a round head and short bill. Males are grey with a pink breast, orange head, yellow forehead and obvious white wing patches which show when they fly. Females are similar to Mallard females but with rusty brown plumage and a pointed tail.