New Zealand Scaup

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New Zealand Scaup (<em>Aythya novaeseelandiae</em>) is a species of Ducks, Geese, Swans (<em>Anatidae</em>) in the order Waterfowl (Ducks, Geese and Swans).

Overview

New Zealand Scaup (Aythya novaeseelandiae) is a species of Ducks, Geese, Swans (Anatidae) in the order Waterfowl (Ducks, Geese and Swans).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Aythya; binomial: Aythya novaeseelandiae; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1789).

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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