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Common Shelduck

Tadorna tadorna

Least Concern

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Common Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Species

Tadorna tadorna (Common Shelduck)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ツクシガモ

Chinese 翘鼻麻鸭

Spanish Tarro blanco

French Tadorne de Belon

German Brandgans

Portuguese tadorna

Russian Пеганка

Arabic الشهرمان

Thai เป็ดเชลดัก

Similar Species in Tadorna

South African Shelduck

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Shelduck?

The scientific name of Common Shelduck is Tadorna tadorna. It belongs to the genus Tadorna.

What is the conservation status of Common Shelduck?

Common Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Common Shelduck live?

Common Shelduck is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Common Shelduck belong to?

Common Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) belongs to the genus Tadorna, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

Is Common Shelduck endangered?

No, Common Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Common Shelduck belong to?

Common Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Common Shelduck?

The closest relatives of Common Shelduck in the genus Tadorna include Australian Shelduck, Paradise Shelduck, Ruddy Shelduck, South African Shelduck, Crested Shelduck.