King/Common Eider

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hewan)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Aves (burung)

Order

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Family

Anatidae

Genus

Somateria

Species

Somateria spectabilis (King/Common Eider)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ケワタガモ

Chinese 王絨鴨

Spanish Éider real

French eider à tête grise

German Prachteiderente

Portuguese êider-real

Russian Гага-гребенушка

Similar Species in Somateria

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Common Eider

Somateria mollissima

Near Threatened

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Spectacled Eider

Somateria fischeri

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of King/Common Eider?

The scientific name of King/Common Eider is Somateria spectabilis. It belongs to the genus Somateria.

Where does King/Common Eider live?

King/Common Eider is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does King/Common Eider belong to?

King/Common Eider (Somateria spectabilis) belongs to the genus Somateria, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

What kingdom does King/Common Eider belong to?

King/Common Eider (Somateria spectabilis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of King/Common Eider?

The closest relatives of King/Common Eider in the genus Somateria include Common Eider, Spectacled Eider.