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Torrent Duck

Merganetta armata

Least Concern

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Torrent Duck (Merganetta armata) 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 Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Anseriformes (Anseriformes)

Species

Merganetta armata (Torrent Duck)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヤマガモ

Chinese 湍鴨

Spanish Pato Torrentero

French Merganette des torrents

German Sturzbachente

Portuguese pato-das-torrentes

Russian Ручьевая утка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Torrent Duck?

The scientific name of Torrent Duck is Merganetta armata. It belongs to the genus Merganetta.

What is the conservation status of Torrent Duck?

Torrent Duck (Merganetta armata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Torrent Duck live?

Torrent Duck is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Torrent Duck belong to?

Torrent Duck (Merganetta armata) belongs to the genus Merganetta, which is part of the taxonomic family Anatidae.

Is Torrent Duck endangered?

No, Torrent Duck (Merganetta armata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Torrent Duck belong to?

Torrent Duck (Merganetta armata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).