Harlequin Duck
(Histrionicus histrionicus)
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STATUS |
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National
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Special Concern |
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Provincial
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Endangered |
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Quick Facts:
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Less than 250 individuals winter on the coast of NS
- This eastern sub-species has
declined
- Little known about it
- Breeds along rivers in Newfoundland
and Labrador
- Threats include: small population
size and other factors such as illegal hunting and oil spills
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Status Overview:
Less than 250
Harlequin Ducks winter on the coast of Nova Scotia. The eastern
sub-species, which occurs here, has declined. Little is known about it
other than that it breeds along rivers in Labrador and Newfoundland. This
species is at risk because of its small population size and other factors
including illegal hunting and oil spills.
Geographic Distribution:
The map shows the
municipalities where this species can be found. For more specific
location information please contact us.
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