Flying Steamerduck
Tachyeres patachonicus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="tachyeres-patachonicus"></birdfyi-bird>The Flying Steamerduck (Tachyeres patachonicus) is a bird species in the family Anatidae (ducks, geese & swans), within the order Anseriformes (waterfowl). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 57.4 cm and a weight of 2.6 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
The only flying species among the four steamerducks, with grey plumage, rufous-washed head, and an orange-yellow bill. Can fly strongly unlike its relatives. Found in Patagonian freshwater and coastal habitats. Highly territorial; pairs defend stretches of river or lakeshore aggressively.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 57,4 cm | 22.6 in |
| Poids | 2620,75 g | 92.44 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Males gray with chestnut-brown breast and white eye-stripe. Females brown-gray with white eye-ring and chestnut flanks. Orange-yellow bill. Only Tachyeres species capable of sustained flight. Wings larger.
Habitat & Range
Freshwater lakes, rivers, coastal bays, and channels in Patagonian Chile and Argentina from the Lakes Region south to Tierra del Fuego. Partially migratory; some populations move to coasts in winter.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 30-40 days. Fledging: 84 days.
Taille de la couvée
5-9
Son
Chant
A harsh, rattling 'rrrrr' and nasal calls. Flying Steamerduck can fly (unlike some relatives) and gives vocal calls in flight. Contact calls are clattering and guttural.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Anseriformes (Waterfowl) |
| Famille | Anatidae (Ducks, Geese & Swans) |
| Genus | Tachyeres |
| Espèces | Tachyeres patachonicus |
Distribution
Flying Steamerduck has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Anatidae family