Smew
Smew (<em>Mergellus albellus</em>) is a species of Ducks, Geese, Swans (<em>Anatidae</em>) in the order Waterfowl (Ducks, Geese and Swans).
Overview
Smew (Mergellus albellus) is a species of Ducks, Geese, Swans (Anatidae) in the order Waterfowl (Ducks, Geese and Swans). A small sawbill duck; male is white with black markings, 'panda-like'; breeds in taiga forests using tree cavities; winters on lakes and rivers; a sought-after bird for birdwatchers.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Mergellus; binomial: Mergellus albellus; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 38-44cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: to w, c, se Europe, c Asia, Japan, Korean Pen. and se China.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
