Common Shelduck
Tadorna tadorna
Also known as: Shelduck
The Common Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) is a striking waterfowl of coastal estuaries and inland lagoons. Males show a chestnut breast band and glossy head markings while females are paler and slightly smaller. They feed by dabbling and sifting for invertebrates in muddy shores and shallow waters.
Common Shelduck Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions About the Common Shelduck
The Common Shelduck is partially migratory and is associated with Estuaries, mudflats, coastal lagoons in Europe, parts of Asia and North Africa.
The Common Shelduck can be found in Europe, parts of Asia and North Africa and is most often associated with Estuaries, mudflats, coastal lagoons.
The Common Shelduck feeds on Molluscs, crustaceans, aquatic plants and is considered a omnivore.
The Common Shelduck is currently listed as Least Concern, with a stable population trend. Main threats include Habitat disturbance, Pollution.
The Common Shelduck is usually gregarious.
The Common Shelduck is typically diurnal.
The main threats facing the Common Shelduck include Habitat disturbance and Pollution.
The Common Shelduck population trend is currently stable.
Well-known places to look for the Common Shelduck include The Wadden Sea and Severn Estuary (UK).
Natural predators of the Common Shelduck include Foxes, Eagles, and Large gulls.
Unique goose-like duck characteristic of European muddy shores.
The Common Shelduck is part of the Anatidae family and an Anseriformes order.
The Common Shelduck weighs about 1.2 kg, stands around 60 cm tall, reaches about 63 cm in length, and has a wingspan of about 120 cm.
The Common Shelduck can reach speeds of around 65 km/h.
