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Plumed Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna eytoni

Taxonomy

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

About

The plumed whistling duck (Dendrocygna eytoni), also called the grass whistle duck, is a whistling duck that breeds in Australia. It is a predominantly brown-coloured duck with a long neck and characteristic plumes arising from its flanks. The sexes are similar in appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

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