Duck Scientific Names Flashcards

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Duck Scientific Names

Mallard: Scientific name is Anas platyrhynchos. Commonly found in wetlands and parks.
American Black Duck: Known as Anas rubripes, it resembles the Mallard but is darker and lacks white wing markings.
Mottled Duck: Identified by Anas cyanoptera, primarily inhabits freshwater marshes in the southeastern U.S.
Gadwall: The scientific name is Anas strepera. This duck has a subtle coloration and prefers shallow waters.
American Wigeon: Known as Anas americana, recognized for its distinctive white crown and green eye patch.
Blue-Winged Teal: Its scientific designation is Anas discors. Notable for its blue wing patches and small size.
Green-Winged Teal: The scientific name is Anas carolinensis, characterized by its green head and vertical white stripe.
Northern Shoveler: Recognized as Anas clypeata, notable for its large spatula-shaped bill used for filtering food.
Northern Pintail: Identified by Anas acuta, this species displays a long neck and pointed tail, found in open wetlands.
Wood Duck: Scientific name is Aix sponsa. Renowned for its striking plumage and ability to perch in trees.
Redhead: Known as Aythya americana, characterized by a rounded head and compact body, often found in freshwater lakes.
Canvasback: Its scientific designation is Aythya valisineria, recognized by its sloping forehead and red eyes.
Black-Bellied Whistling Duck: Known as Dendrocygna autumnalis, noted for its whistling call and long neck.
Greater Scaup: Identified as Aythya marila, easily distinguished by its round head and black and white plumage.
Lesser Scaup: The scientific name is Aythya affinis, smaller than the Greater Scaup with a similar appearance.
Ring-necked Duck: Known as Aythya collaris, features a distinctive ring around its neck and a robust body.
Hooded Merganser: Identified by Lophodytes cucullatus, famous for its unique crest and adaptability to varied habitats.
Bufflehead: Scientific name is Bucephala albeola, a small diving duck known for its striking black and white plumage.
Common Goldeneye: Recognized as Bucephala clangula, distinguished by its rounded head and bright yellow eye.

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Test your knowledge of various duck species and their scientific names with these flashcards. Each card features a common duck name alongside its corresponding scientific nomenclature. Ideal for students and bird enthusiasts alike!