Varies with season and habitat. In summer and on fresh water feeds mainly on aquatic insects; on ocean feeds mainly on crustaceans. Also eats many mollusks (especially snails) in winter, and small amounts of plant material in fall.

What do bufflehead ducklings eat?

Diet of the Bufflehead

These ducks eat a wide variety of foods. Because they feed on both plants and small animals, they are omnivorous. Their plant-based diet consists mostly of seeds and some aquatic vegetation. In freshwater, they hunt for insect larvae, snails, worms, and clams.

Do bufflehead ducks taste good?

Butterballs taste great! You just don't get the meat you would from a larger duck. Make jerky or cook them like you would any other duck. I've eaten plenty!