About the Spectacled Eider
The spectacled eider is a large sea duck that breeds on the coasts of Alaska and northeastern Siberia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Somateria fischeri |
| Species Codes | speeid, SPEI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spectacled Eider belong to?
The Spectacled Eider (Somateria fischeri) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Spectacled Eider?
The spectacled eider is a large sea duck that breeds on the coasts of Alaska and northeastern Siberia....
Where can I report a Spectacled Eider sighting?
You can log sightings of Spectacled Eider on eBird (ebird.org) using species code speeid, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl 174 species
More Birds in Order Anseriformes
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Quick Stats
Anseriformes
Order
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