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Amsterdam Wigeon

Mareca marecula

Amsterdam Wigeon (Mareca marecula) — Ducks, Geese & Swans of Oceans & Seabirds.

The Amsterdam Wigeon (Mareca marecula) is a member of the Anatidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.

EX Extinct

No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.

Where it fits

  1. Class Aves
  2. Order Anseriformes
  3. Family Anatidae Ducks, Geese, Swans
  4. Genus Mareca
  5. Species marecula

Where it lives

Amsterdam I.

Quick facts

Family
Anatidae
Order
Anseriformes

Biology & behaviour

The Amsterdam Wigeon (Mareca marecula) is a member of the Anatidae family, within the order Anseriformes. It occurs naturally across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers IO Amsterdam I.

It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the Amsterdam Wigeon live?

The Amsterdam Wigeon is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering IO Amsterdam I.

What family does the Amsterdam Wigeon belong to?

The Amsterdam Wigeon (Mareca marecula) belongs to the Anatidae family, in the order Anseriformes.

Is the Amsterdam Wigeon endangered?

It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List

Conservation

Extinct

Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.

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