About the Spectacled Duck
The bronze-winged duck also known as the spectacled duck, is a dabbling duck and the sole member of its genus Speculanas. It is often placed in Anas with most other dabbling ducks, but its closest relative is either the crested duck or the Brazilian duck, which likewise form monotypic genera. Together they belong to a South American lineage which diverged early from the other dabbling ducks and may include the steamer ducks.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Speculanas specularis |
| Species Codes | speduc2, SPDU, BWDU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spectacled Duck belong to?
The Spectacled Duck (Speculanas specularis) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Spectacled Duck?
The Spectacled Duck is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Spectacled Duck?
The bronze-winged duck also known as the spectacled duck, is a dabbling duck and the sole member of its genus Speculanas. It is often placed in Anas with most other dabbling ducks, but its closest relative is either the crested duck or the Brazilian duck, which likewise form monotypic genera. Togeth...
Where can I report a Spectacled Duck sighting?
You can log sightings of Spectacled Duck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code speduc2, or on iNaturalist.
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