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Canard souchet

Spatula clypeata

Near Threatened

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Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata) is classified as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Close to qualifying as threatened, with populations that may become vulnerable without conservation action.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Species

Spatula clypeata (Canard souchet)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cuchara común

French Canard souchet

German Löffelente

Portuguese pato-colhereiro

Arabic أبو مجرف, أ الكيش

Similar Species in Spatula

Sarcelle à ailes bleues

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Canard souchet?

The scientific name of Canard souchet is Spatula clypeata. It belongs to the genus Spatula.

What is the conservation status of Canard souchet?

Canard souchet (Spatula clypeata) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Canard souchet live?

Canard souchet is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Venezuela). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Canard souchet belong to?

Canard souchet (Spatula clypeata) belongs to the genus Spatula, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

What kingdom does Canard souchet belong to?

Canard souchet (Spatula clypeata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Canard souchet?

The closest relatives of Canard souchet in the genus Spatula include Canard bridé, Canard de Smith, Canard spatule, Sarcelle à ailes bleues, Sarcelle bariolée.