Velvet Scoter
Melanitta fusca
VU
Vulnerable
High risk of extinction in the wild
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Velvet Scoter
The velvet scoter (Melanitta fusca), also called a velvet duck, is a large sea duck, which breeds over the far north of Europe and Asia west of the Yenisey basin.The genus name is derived from Ancient Greek melas "black" and netta "duck". The species name is from the Latin fuscus "dusky brown".
Key Facts
- Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Velvet Scoter?
The scientific name of the Velvet Scoter is Melanitta fusca.
Is the Velvet Scoter endangered?
The Velvet Scoter is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
How many Velvet Scoter sightings have been recorded?
2,662 observations of the Velvet Scoter have been recorded on iNaturalist.
2,662
observations on iNaturalist
