Common Pochard

Aythya ferina

The common pochard, known simply as pochard in the United Kingdom, is a medium-sized diving duck in the family Anatidae. It is widespread across the Palearctic. It breeds primarily in the steppe regions of Scandinavia and Siberia, and winters farther south and west.

Scientific name

Aythya ferina

Family

Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl

IUCN status

VU

Birds of Conservation Concern

Red