Lake Duck

Lake Duck

Oxyura vittata

Least Concern

Aves · Anseriformes · Anatidae

About

The Argentine lake duck is a small, South American stiff-tailed duck. It is also called the Argentine blue-bill, Argentine blue-billed duck, lake duck, or Argentine ruddy duck.

Fun Fact

The lake duck holds the Guinness World Record for having the largest avian reproductive organ, from a specimen in Córdoba, Argentina that had a penis measuring 42.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in bodies of freshwater with large amounts of vegetation, such as wetlands and lakes.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance