About the Common Shelduck
The common shelduck is a waterfowl species of the shelduck genus, Tadorna. It is widespread and common in the Euro-Siberian region of the Palearctic, mainly breeding in temperate and wintering in subtropical regions; in winter, it can also be found in the Maghreb.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Tadorna tadorna |
| Species Codes | comshe, COMS, COSH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Shelduck belong to?
The Common Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Common Shelduck?
The common shelduck is a waterfowl species of the shelduck genus, Tadorna. It is widespread and common in the Euro-Siberian region of the Palearctic, mainly breeding in temperate and wintering in subtropical regions; in winter, it can also be found in the Maghreb....
Where can I report a Common Shelduck sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Shelduck on eBird (ebird.org) using species code comshe, or on iNaturalist.
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