About the Falkland Steamer-Duck
The Falkland steamer duck is a species of flightless duck found on the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic Ocean. The steamer ducks get their name from their unconventional swimming behaviour in which they flap their wings and feet on the water in a motion reminiscent of an old paddle steamer. The Falkland steamer duck is one of only two bird species endemic to the Falkland Islands, the other being Cobb's wren.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Tachyeres brachypterus |
| Species Codes | falstd1, FAST, FASD, FSDU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Falkland Steamer-Duck belong to?
The Falkland Steamer-Duck (Tachyeres brachypterus) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Falkland Steamer-Duck?
The Falkland steamer duck is a species of flightless duck found on the Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic Ocean. The steamer ducks get their name from their unconventional swimming behaviour in which they flap their wings and feet on the water in a motion reminiscent of an old paddle steamer. Th...
Where can I report a Falkland Steamer-Duck sighting?
You can log sightings of Falkland Steamer-Duck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code falstd1, or on iNaturalist.
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