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Cotton Pygmy-Goose

Nettapus coromandelianus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Belgium, Norway, and United Kingdom.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ナンキンオシ
Chinese 棉凫
Spanish Gansito asiático
French Anserelle de Coromandel
German Koromandelzwergente
Portuguese gansinho-oriental
Russian Хлопковый блестящий чирок
Thai เป็ดคับแค

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cotton Pygmy-Goose?
The scientific name of Cotton Pygmy-Goose is Nettapus coromandelianus. It belongs to the genus Nettapus.
What is the conservation status of Cotton Pygmy-Goose?
Cotton Pygmy-Goose (Nettapus coromandelianus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Cotton Pygmy-Goose live?
Cotton Pygmy-Goose is found in Distributed across Belgium, Norway, and United Kingdom.. Countries include Belgium, Norway, United Kingdom.
What family does Cotton Pygmy-Goose belong to?
Cotton Pygmy-Goose (Nettapus coromandelianus) belongs to the genus Nettapus, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.
Is Cotton Pygmy-Goose endangered?
No, Cotton Pygmy-Goose (Nettapus coromandelianus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Cotton Pygmy-Goose belong to?
Cotton Pygmy-Goose (Nettapus coromandelianus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).
What are the closest relatives of Cotton Pygmy-Goose?
The closest relatives of Cotton Pygmy-Goose in the genus Nettapus include African Pygmy-Goose, Green Pygmy-Goose.

Native Range — 3 Countries

Genus Nettapus — 3 Species

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