About the White-winged Scoter
The white-winged scoter is a large sea duck. The genus name is derived from Ancient Greek melas "black" and netta "duck". The species name commemorates French ornithologist Côme-Damien Degland.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Melanitta deglandi |
| Species Codes | whwsco2, WWSC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-winged Scoter belong to?
The White-winged Scoter (Melanitta deglandi) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the White-winged Scoter?
The white-winged scoter is a large sea duck. The genus name is derived from Ancient Greek melas \"black\" and netta \"duck\". The species name commemorates French ornithologist Côme-Damien Degland....
Where can I report a White-winged Scoter sighting?
You can log sightings of White-winged Scoter on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whwsco2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Anseriformes
Order
174
Species in Family
11,381
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