🌿Native Nature

Indian Spot-billed Duck

Anas poecilorhyncha

Taxonomy

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

About

The Indian spot-billed duck (Anas poecilorhyncha) is a large dabbling duck which is a non-migratory breeding duck throughout freshwater wetlands in the Indian subcontinent. The name is derived from the red spot at the base of the bill that is found in the mainland Indian population. When in water it can be recognized from a long distance by the white tertials that form a stripe on the side, and in flight it is distinguished by the...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indian Spot-billed Duck?
The scientific name of Indian Spot-billed Duck is Anas poecilorhyncha.
What is the conservation status of Indian Spot-billed Duck?
The Indian Spot-billed Duck has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Indian Spot-billed Duck belong to?
Indian Spot-billed Duck belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Indian Spot-billed Duck belong to?
Indian Spot-billed Duck belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Indian Spot-billed Duck belong to?
Indian Spot-billed Duck belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Indian Spot-billed Duck belong to?
Indian Spot-billed Duck belongs to the order Anseriformes.
What family does Indian Spot-billed Duck belong to?
Indian Spot-billed Duck belongs to the family Anatidae.
What genus does Indian Spot-billed Duck belong to?
Indian Spot-billed Duck belongs to the genus Anas.