Finsch's Duck (Chenonetta finschi) was an extinct species of duck endemic to New Zealand. Fossil evidence indicates it was a large, goose-like duck with reduced flight capabilities, ecologically similar to the modern Maned Duck.
Where to spot
Not observable in the wild as it is extinct. Its remains have been found in fossil sites throughout New Zealand, providing insights into its past distribution.
How to spot
N/A (Extinct) - Information about this bird is primarily derived from fossil records and scientific reconstructions.
When to spot
N/A (Extinct)
Where to spot
Not observable in the wild as it is extinct. Its remains have been found in fossil sites throughout New Zealand, providing insights into its past distribution.
How to spot
N/A (Extinct) - Information about this bird is primarily derived from fossil records and scientific reconstructions.
When to spot
N/A (Extinct)
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Finsch's Duck was a flightless or near-flightless species, having evolved in the absence of mammalian predators on the islands of New Zealand. Its extinction is directly linked to human settlement and the introduction of predators such as rats.
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