Baer’s Pochard

I.U.C.N status

International Union for Conservation of Nature

LC Least concern

NT Near threatened

VU Vulnerable

EN Endangered

CR Critically endangered

EW Extinct in the wild

EX Extinct

Identity card

Class : Birds

Order : Anseriformes

Family : Anatidae

Genus : Aythya

Species : baeri

Average size 47 cm / 70 to 79 cm (wingspan)

Weight 680 to 950 g

Longevity 10 to 15 years

Sexual maturity 1 year

Gestation 27 days

Litter 5 to 7 eggs

Diet Omnivore

Aquatic plants, molluscs, frogs, small fish, aquatic insects...

Did you know?

Baer’s pochard displays sexual dimorphism. Both males and females have a dark greenish-black head and neck. Males are distinguished by their larger size and more vibrant plumage compared to females.

Threats and conservation

Baer’s pochard is a critically endangered duck, with fewer than 300 individuals estimated to survive in the wild. Despite research on this species, many uncertainties remain regarding the main threats facing these birds.

Where can you see this animal?

Check the park map to find his habitat at ZooParc.

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