Maccoa Duck (Oxyura maccoa) — Endangered Aves

Maccoa Duck

Oxyura maccoa

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Anseriformes · Anatidae

About

The Maccoa duck is a stiff-tailed diving duck found across Eastern and Southern Africa.

Fun Fact

Clutches are typically 5 or 6 eggs, but can reach up to 12 when females put their own eggs in another female's nest.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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