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Red-breasted Merganser

Red-breasted Merganser
Photo: Channel City Camera Club from Santa Barbara, US · CC BY 2.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Red-breasted Merganser (Mergus serrator) is an omnivorous bird.

Scientific name
Mergus serrator
Class
Bird
Family / order
Anatidae
Diet
Omnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Weight
1 kg
Lifespan
21.3 years
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a Red-breasted Merganser eat?

The red-breasted merganser is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.

How big is a Red-breasted Merganser?

The red-breasted merganser weighs around 1 kg.

How long do Red-breasted Mergansers live?

In the wild, the red-breasted merganser can live up to about 21.3 years.

Is the red-breasted merganser endangered?

The red-breasted merganser is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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