About the New Zealand Scaup
The New Zealand scaup, also known as the black teal, is a diving duck species of the genus Aythya endemic to New Zealand. They weigh around 650 grams (23 oz) and measure around 40 centimetres (16 in), and have dark-coloured plumage. They are found throughout New Zealand in deep natural and man-made lakes and ponds.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Aythya novaeseelandiae |
| Species Codes | nezsca1, NZSC |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the New Zealand Scaup belong to?
The New Zealand Scaup (Aythya novaeseelandiae) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the New Zealand Scaup?
The New Zealand scaup, also known as the black teal, is a diving duck species of the genus Aythya endemic to New Zealand. They weigh around 650 grams (23 oz) and measure around 40 centimetres (16 in), and have dark-coloured plumage. They are found throughout New Zealand in deep natural and man-made ...
Where can I report a New Zealand Scaup sighting?
You can log sightings of New Zealand Scaup on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nezsca1, or on iNaturalist.
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