About the Masked Duck
The masked duck is a tiny stiff-tailed duck ranging through the tropical Americas.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Nomonyx dominicus |
| Species Codes | masduc, MADU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Masked Duck belong to?
The Masked Duck (Nomonyx dominicus) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Masked Duck?
The masked duck is a tiny stiff-tailed duck ranging through the tropical Americas....
Where can I report a Masked Duck sighting?
You can log sightings of Masked Duck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code masduc, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl 174 species
More Birds in Order Anseriformes
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Anseriformes
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