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UR IUCN · CR · Critically Endangered Anseriformes Anatidae

Brazilian Merganser

Mergus octosetaceus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
983 g
Diet
Aquatic prey
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 852

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 852).

DEF 699

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 699).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

A playable recording is not currently available for this species.

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: South America: South-central Brazil & Eastern Paraguay and Northeastern Argentina Habitat: Riverine

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Mergus octosetaceus

Which family does it belong to?

Ducks, Geese, Swans (Anatidae)

Where is it found?

South America: South-central Brazil & Eastern Paraguay and Northeastern Argentina

Sources & credits

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