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Ruddy Shelduck

Tadorna ferruginea

Not Evaluated

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Ruddy Shelduck (Tadorna ferruginea) is classified as Not Evaluated (NE) on the IUCN Red List. Not yet evaluated against IUCN Red List criteria. Conservation status remains to be determined.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Israel, Taiwan), Europe (19 countries), and North America (United States).

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Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Species

Tadorna ferruginea (Ruddy Shelduck)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アカツクシガモ

Chinese 瀆鳧〔黃麻鴨，赤麻鴨〕

Spanish Tarro canelo

French Tadorne casarca

German Rostgans

Portuguese pato-casarca

Russian Огарь

Thai เป็ดพม่า

Similar Species in Tadorna

Critically Endangered

South African Shelduck

Tadorna cana

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ruddy Shelduck?

The scientific name of Ruddy Shelduck is Tadorna ferruginea. It belongs to the genus Tadorna.

Where does Ruddy Shelduck live?

Ruddy Shelduck is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Israel, Taiwan), Europe (19 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Ireland, Israel.

What family does Ruddy Shelduck belong to?

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

What kingdom does Ruddy Shelduck belong to?

Ruddy Shelduck (Tadorna ferruginea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Ruddy Shelduck?

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