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Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Anseriformes ›Family: Anatidae ›Genus: Bucephala

About

The bufflehead (Bucephala albeola) is a small sea duck of the genus Bucephala, the goldeneyes. This species was first described by Carl Linnaeus in his landmark 1758 10th edition of Systema Naturae as Anas albeola.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bufflehead?
The scientific name of Bufflehead is Bucephala albeola.
What kingdom does Bufflehead belong to?
Bufflehead belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Bufflehead belong to?
Bufflehead belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Bufflehead belong to?
Bufflehead belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Bufflehead belong to?
Bufflehead belongs to the order Anseriformes.
What family does Bufflehead belong to?
Bufflehead belongs to the family Anatidae.
What genus does Bufflehead belong to?
Bufflehead belongs to the genus Bucephala.