1. A diving duck with a dark head, white breast, and a distinctive white spot between the eye and bill, found in northern regions.
Usage: Usually refers to the common goldeneye (Bucephala clangula).; Often used in ornithology and birdwatching contexts.

Examples

• The goldeneye is a common winter visitor to northern lakes and coastal waters.
• Birdwatchers spotted a pair of goldeneyes diving for fish near the ice edge.
• The male goldeneye's white spot on its head makes it easy to identify.
• Goldeneyes are excellent divers and can reach depths of up to 60 feet.
• In spring, the goldeneye migrates northward to breed in Arctic regions.