About the Finsch's Duck
Finsch's duck is an extinct species of large terrestrial duck that was endemic to New Zealand. The species was possibly once the most common duck in New Zealand, a supposition based on the frequency of its fossils in bone deposits.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Chenonetta finschi |
| Species Codes | finduc1, FIDU |
| Conservation | extinct |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Finsch's Duck belong to?
The Finsch's Duck (Chenonetta finschi) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Finsch's Duck?
Finsch's duck is an extinct species of large terrestrial duck that was endemic to New Zealand. The species was possibly once the most common duck in New Zealand, a supposition based on the frequency of its fossils in bone deposits....
Where can I report a Finsch's Duck sighting?
You can log sightings of Finsch's Duck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code finduc1, or on iNaturalist.
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