Ferruginous Duck
Aythya nyroca
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedAves · Anseriformes · Anatidae
About
The ferruginous duck, also known as the ferruginous pochard, common white-eye or white-eyed pochard, is a medium-sized diving duck native to the Palearctic. The scientific name is derived from the Ancient Greek word, αἴθυιᾰ, an unknown seabird mentioned by authors including Hesychius and Aristotle, and the Russian word, нырок, the Russian word for pochard, which occurs in the bird's Russian common name.
Fun Fact
The scientific name is derived from the Ancient Greek word, αἴθυιᾰ (aithuia), an unknown seabird mentioned by authors including Hesychius and Aristotle, and the Russian word, нырок (nyrok), the Russian word for pochard, which occurs in the bird's Russian common name.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eat aquatic plants with some molluscs, aquatic insects and small fish.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change