Lake Duck

Oxyura vittata

Conservation Status

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

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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