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South America
Black-headed Duck
Cygnus americana
About this species
A characteristic species of the Anatidae family, the Black-headed Duck occupies mountain regions throughout South America. Its IUCN status is currently Least Concern.
The Black-headed Duck is part of the order Anseriformes and the Anatidae family. Its preferred habitat is mountain, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Anatidae family and Anseriformes order.