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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소개
수컷에 노란 눈이 있는 작고 날씬한 전체 어두운 잠수오리로, 뉴질랜드에서 '검은 오리'로 알려져 있습니다. 뉴질랜드 고유종입니다. 두 주요 섬에 여전히 넓게 분포하는 유일한 토착 잠수오리입니다. 사회성이 강해 깊은 산악 호수에서 대형 무리를 이룹니다.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| 날개 폭 | 35.4 cm | 13.9 in |
| 체중 | 645.5 g | 22.77 oz |
식별
깃털
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.
보전 상태
행동 및 번식
둥지
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 27-31 days. Fledging: 49-75 days.
산란 수
2-13
소리
노래
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.
분류학
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 목 | Anseriformes (Waterfowl) |
| 과 | Anatidae (Ducks, Geese & Swans) |
| Genus | Aythya |
| 종 | Aythya novaeseelandiae |
Distribution
New Zealand Scaup has been recorded in 5 countries.
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자주 묻는 질문
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Anatidae family