About the Chiloe Wigeon
The Chiloé wigeon, also known as the southern wigeon, is one of three extant species of wigeon in the genus Mareca of the dabbling duck subfamily. This bird is indigenous to the southern part of South America, including the Chiloé Archipelago, from which it gets its name. In its native range, it is called the pato overo or pato real, although the latter name also refers to the Muscovy in the wild. Its specific epithet, sibilatrix, means 'whistler', referring to the bird's call.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Mareca sibilatrix |
| Species Codes | chiwig1, CHWI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chiloe Wigeon belong to?
The Chiloe Wigeon (Mareca sibilatrix) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Chiloe Wigeon?
The Chiloé wigeon, also known as the southern wigeon, is one of three extant species of wigeon in the genus Mareca of the dabbling duck subfamily. This bird is indigenous to the southern part of South America, including the Chiloé Archipelago, from which it gets its name. In its native range, it is ...
Where can I report a Chiloe Wigeon sighting?
You can log sightings of Chiloe Wigeon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chiwig1, or on iNaturalist.
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