About the Gadwall
The gadwall is a common and widespread dabbling duck in the family Anatidae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Mareca strepera |
| Species Codes | gadwal, GADW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gadwall belong to?
The Gadwall (Mareca strepera) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Gadwall?
The gadwall is a common and widespread dabbling duck in the family Anatidae....
Where can I report a Gadwall sighting?
You can log sightings of Gadwall on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gadwal, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl 174 species
More Birds in Order Anseriformes
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Anseriformes
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