Musk Duck

Biziura lobata

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Anseriformes · Anatidae

About

The musk duck is a highly aquatic, stiff-tailed duck native to southern Australia. It is the only living member of the genus Biziura. An extinct relative, the New Zealand musk duck or de Lautour's duck, once occurred on New Zealand, but is only known from prehistoric subfossil bones. It was about 8% longer than the living species, with a particularly large head.

Fun Fact

delautouri), once occurred on New Zealand, but is only known from prehistoric subfossil bones.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to southern Australia.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

20 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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