Long-tailed duck
Clangula hyemalis
The long-tailed duck (Clangula hyemalis) is a medium-sized sea duck that breeds in the tundra and taiga regions of the arctic and winters along the northern coastlines of the Atlantic and Pacific Ocea
About the Long-tailed duck
The long-tailed duck (Clangula hyemalis) is a medium-sized sea duck that breeds in the tundra and taiga regions of the arctic and winters along the northern coastlines of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. It is the only member of the genus Clangula.
Fun Facts About Long-tailed duck
- The long-tailed duck (Clangula hyemalis) is a medium-sized sea duck that breeds in the tundra and taiga regions of the arctic and winters along the northern coastlines of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
- It is the only member of the genus Clangula.
Conservation Status
The Long-tailed duck is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. This species faces threats that could impact its population if conservation measures are not maintained.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Anatidae |
| Genus | Clangula |
| Species | Clangula hyemalis |
Range & Habitat
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