Gadwall

The Gadwall (Anas strepera) is a common and widespread duck of the family Anatidae. This species was first described by Linnaeus in his Systema naturae in 1758 under its current scientific name. Its conservation status is Least Concern. The Gadwall is 46–56 cm (18–22 in) long with a 78–90 cm (31–35 in) wingspan. The male is slightly larger than the female, weighing on average 990 g (35 oz) against her 850 g (30 oz). The breeding male is patterned... more

Scientific name:

  • Anas strepera

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Also known as:

  • GADW,
  • ANASTR

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Bird taxon?:

  • Yes

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AOU number:

  • 135
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