Harlequin Duck

Histrionicus histrionicus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Anseriformes · Anatidae

About

The harlequin duck is a small sea duck. It takes its name from Harlequin, a colourfully dressed character in Commedia dell'arte. The species name comes from the Latin word histrio, meaning "actor". Other names include painted duck, totem pole duck, rock duck, glacier duck, mountain duck, white-eyed diver, squeaker, lords and ladies and blue streak.

Fun Fact

Harlequin Ducks breed on fast-flowing mountain torrents and can walk along stream bottoms against powerful currents to feed on invertebrates.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is cold fast moving streams in northwestern and northeastern North America, Greenland, Iceland and eastern Russia.

Diet

Eat molluscs, crustaceans and insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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