About the Harlequin Duck
The harlequin duck is a small sea duck. It takes its name from Harlequin, a colourfully dressed character in the commedia dell'arte theatre of Italy. The species name comes from the Latin word histrio, meaning "actor". Other names include painted duck, totem pole duck, rock duck, glacier duck, mountain duck, white-eyed diver, squeaker, lords and ladies and blue streak.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Histrionicus histrionicus |
| Species Codes | harduc, HADU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Harlequin Duck belong to?
The Harlequin Duck (Histrionicus histrionicus) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Harlequin Duck?
The harlequin duck is a small sea duck. It takes its name from Harlequin, a colourfully dressed character in the commedia dell'arte theatre of Italy. The species name comes from the Latin word histrio, meaning \"actor\". Other names include painted duck, totem pole duck, rock duck, glacier duck, mount...
Where can I report a Harlequin Duck sighting?
You can log sightings of Harlequin Duck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code harduc, or on iNaturalist.
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