About the Meller's Duck
Meller's duck is a species of the dabbling duck genus Anas. It is endemic to eastern Madagascar. Although a population was established on Mauritius in the mid-18th century, this is on the verge of extinction due to habitat loss and competition by feral domestic ducks. The species name of this species is after the botanist Charles James Meller, and its generic name is from the Latin for "duck".
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Anas melleri |
| Species Codes | melduc1, MEDU |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Meller's Duck belong to?
The Meller's Duck (Anas melleri) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Meller's Duck?
The Meller's Duck is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Meller's Duck?
Meller's duck is a species of the dabbling duck genus Anas. It is endemic to eastern Madagascar. Although a population was established on Mauritius in the mid-18th century, this is on the verge of extinction due to habitat loss and competition by feral domestic ducks. The species name of this specie...
Where can I report a Meller's Duck sighting?
You can log sightings of Meller's Duck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code melduc1, or on iNaturalist.
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