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Hartlaub's Duck

Pteronetta hartlaubii

Taxonomy

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

About

The Hartlaub's duck (Pteronetta hartlaubii) is a dark chestnut-coloured duck of African forests. Formerly included in the paraphyletic "perching duck" assemblage, it was later moved to the dabbling duck assemblage. However, it is fairly distinct from the "typical" dabbling ducks, and is placed in the monotypic genus Pteronetta to reflect this.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hartlaub's Duck?
The scientific name of Hartlaub's Duck is Pteronetta hartlaubii.
What is the conservation status of Hartlaub's Duck?
The Hartlaub's Duck has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Hartlaub's Duck belong to?
Hartlaub's Duck belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Hartlaub's Duck belong to?
Hartlaub's Duck belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Hartlaub's Duck belong to?
Hartlaub's Duck belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Hartlaub's Duck belong to?
Hartlaub's Duck belongs to the order Anseriformes.
What family does Hartlaub's Duck belong to?
Hartlaub's Duck belongs to the family Anatidae.
What genus does Hartlaub's Duck belong to?
Hartlaub's Duck belongs to the genus Pteronetta.