About the Black Scoter
The black scoter or American scoter is a large sea duck, 43 to 49 cm in length. The genus name is derived from Ancient Greek melas "black" and netta "duck". The species name is from the Latin for "American".
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Melanitta americana |
| Species Codes | blksco2, BLSC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Scoter belong to?
The Black Scoter (Melanitta americana) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Black Scoter?
The black scoter or American scoter is a large sea duck, 43 to 49 cm in length. The genus name is derived from Ancient Greek melas \"black\" and netta \"duck\". The species name is from the Latin for \"American\"....
Where can I report a Black Scoter sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Scoter on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blksco2, or on iNaturalist.
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