17,631 observationsLeast Concern
Red-crested Pochard
Netta rufina
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Anseriformes ›Family: Anatidae ›Genus: Netta
About
The red-crested pochard (Netta rufina) is a large diving duck. The scientific name is derived from Greek Netta "duck", and Latin rufina, "golden-red" (from rufus, "ruddy"). Its breeding habitat is lowland marshes and lakes in southern Europe and Central Asia, wintering in the Indian Subcontinent and Africa. It is somewhat migratory, and northern birds winter further south into north Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Red-crested Pochard is Netta rufina.
- Red-crested Pochard belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Red-crested Pochard belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Red-crested Pochard belongs to the class Aves.
- Red-crested Pochard belongs to the order Anseriformes.
- Red-crested Pochard belongs to the family Anatidae.
- Red-crested Pochard belongs to the genus Netta.