71,102 observationsLeast Concern
Tufted Duck
Aythya fuligula
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Anseriformes ›Family: Anatidae ›Genus: Aythya
About
The tufted duck (Aythya fuligula) is a small diving duck with a population of close to one million birds. The scientific name is derived from Ancient Greek aithuia an unidentified seabird mentioned by authors including Hesychius and Aristotle, and Latin, fuligo "soot" and gula "throat".
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Tufted Duck is Aythya fuligula.
- Tufted Duck belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Tufted Duck belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Tufted Duck belongs to the class Aves.
- Tufted Duck belongs to the order Anseriformes.
- Tufted Duck belongs to the family Anatidae.
- Tufted Duck belongs to the genus Aythya.