Goldeneyes (genus)

Bucephala

Overview

Bucephala, known as the the goldeneyes, is the genus of birds (class Aves) in the ducks, geese, and swan family (Anatidae) of waterfowl (order Anseriformes). Bucephala is Ancient Greek for 'bullheaded'.

Range

Found in the Northern Hemisphere.

Classification

Species in the Genus of Bucephala

Barrow's Goldeneye

Bucephala islandica

Bufflehead

Bucephala albeola

Common Goldeneye

Bucephala clangula

Genera in the Family of Anatidae

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Smews (genus)

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External Links

Bucephala – Wikipedia