About the Velvet Scoter
The velvet scoter is a large sea duck, which breeds over the far north of Europe and the Palearctic west of the Yenisey basin. The genus name is derived from Ancient Greek melas "black" and netta "duck". The species name is from the Latin fuscus "dusky brown".
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Melanitta fusca |
| Species Codes | whwsco3, VESC |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Velvet Scoter belong to?
The Velvet Scoter (Melanitta fusca) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Velvet Scoter?
The Velvet Scoter is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Velvet Scoter?
The velvet scoter is a large sea duck, which breeds over the far north of Europe and the Palearctic west of the Yenisey basin. The genus name is derived from Ancient Greek melas \"black\" and netta \"duck\". The species name is from the Latin fuscus \"dusky brown\"....
Where can I report a Velvet Scoter sighting?
You can log sightings of Velvet Scoter on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whwsco3, or on iNaturalist.
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