
The ferruginous duck, also ferruginous pochard is a medium-sized diving duck from Eurasia. The scientific name is derived from Greek " aithuia" an unidentified seabird mentioned by authors including Hesychius and Aristotle, and "nyrok", the Russian name for a duck.
Similar species: Ducks, Geese, Etc.
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Uploaded Jun 10, 2023. Captured May 24, 2023 18:45 in 5953+6F Crișan, Romania.
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