About the African Black Duck
The African black duck is a species of duck of the genus Anas. It is genetically closest to the mallard group, but shows some peculiarities in its behavior and plumage; it is accordingly placed in the subgenus Melananas pending further research.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Anas sparsa |
| Species Codes | afbduc1, ABDU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Black Duck belong to?
The African Black Duck (Anas sparsa) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the African Black Duck?
The African black duck is a species of duck of the genus Anas. It is genetically closest to the mallard group, but shows some peculiarities in its behavior and plumage; it is accordingly placed in the subgenus Melananas pending further research....
Where can I report a African Black Duck sighting?
You can log sightings of African Black Duck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afbduc1, or on iNaturalist.
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