Ducks, Geese and Swans in Costa Rica

Learn about 6 birds from the Ducks, Geese and Swans family (Anatidae) found in Costa Rica. Includes 5 regular species and 1 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Greater Scaup

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

Least Concern
Mallard

Mallard

Anas platyrhynchos

Least Concern
Muscovy Duck

Muscovy Duck

Cairina moschata

Least Concern
Northern Pintail

Northern Pintail

Anas acuta

Least Concern
Northern Shoveler

Northern Shoveler

Spatula clypeata

Least Concern

Vagrant Anatidae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Hooded Merganser

Hooded Merganser

Lophodytes cucullatus

Least Concern

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