New Zealand Scaup
Aythya novaeseelandiae
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<birdfyi-bird slug="aythya-novaeseelandiae"></birdfyi-bird>The New Zealand Scaup (Aythya novaeseelandiae) is a bird species in the family Anatidae (ducks, geese & swans), within the order Anseriformes (waterfowl). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 35.4 cm and a weight of 645.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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について
ニュージーランドスカップはニュージーランドとその周辺の島々に固有の潜水性カモです。雄は緑光沢のある黒い頭部と黄色い目が特徴的です。深い湖、川、沿岸の水域に生息し、水生無脊椎動物、軟体動物、水草を潜って採食します。絶滅危惧種です。
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 翼開長 | 35.4 cm | 13.9 in |
| 体重 | 645.5 g | 22.77 oz |
識別
羽毛
Males entirely black with green iridescence on head; yellow eye; dark blue-gray bill. Females dark brown with white face patches around bill base. White wing stripe in flight. New Zealand endemic diving duck.
Habitat & Range
Deep freshwater lakes, reservoirs, and large rivers across both main islands of New Zealand, particularly on high-country glacial lakes. Dives to depths of over 3 m for food. Forms large flocks in winter.
保全状況
行動と繁殖
営巣
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 27-31 days. Fledging: 49-75 days.
一腹卵数
2-13
鳴き声
さえずり
Male produces a low, soft wheeze; female gives a short, harsh quack. Relatively quiet; subdued vocalizations suit this diving duck of deep, clear New Zealand lakes and reservoirs.
分類学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Anseriformes (Waterfowl) |
| 科 | Anatidae (Ducks, Geese & Swans) |
| Genus | Aythya |
| 種 | Aythya novaeseelandiae |
Distribution
New Zealand Scaup has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Anatidae family