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Ruddy Duck

Oxyura jamaicensis

Taxonomy

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

About

The ruddy duck (Oxyura jamaicensis) is a duck from North America and one of the stiff-tailed ducks. The genus name is derived from Ancient Greek oxus, "sharp", and oura, "tail", and jamaicensis is "from Jamaica". The Andean duck was considered a subspecies. In fact, some taxonomists, including the American Ornithological Society, still consider it conspecific. Subspecies: jamaicensis - North America including West Indies. andina - central Colombia. ferruginea - southern Colombia south to Chile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ruddy Duck?
The scientific name of Ruddy Duck is Oxyura jamaicensis.
What kingdom does Ruddy Duck belong to?
Ruddy Duck belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ruddy Duck belong to?
Ruddy Duck belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Ruddy Duck belong to?
Ruddy Duck belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Ruddy Duck belong to?
Ruddy Duck belongs to the order Anseriformes.
What family does Ruddy Duck belong to?
Ruddy Duck belongs to the family Anatidae.
What genus does Ruddy Duck belong to?
Ruddy Duck belongs to the genus Oxyura.