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Knob-billed Duck

Sarkidiornis melanotos

Taxonomy

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

About

Sarkidiornis is sometimes considered a monotypic genus with its sole member the knob-billed duck (S. melanotos), a cosmopolitan species. Most taxonomic authorities split the species into two:

Frequently Asked Questions

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