Birds of Cuba Search Box
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Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Masked Duck
Érismature routoutou
Spanish: Malvasia enmascarada
Latin: Nomonyx dominicus
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Life, Habitat & Pictures of the Masked Duck
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13.5" 34.3cm | 17" 43.2cm | 13oz 368.5g | Anatidae | Nomonyx dominicus |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Masked Duck is a rare vagrant from Mexico, Central America and other Caribbean islands. This small waterfowl is a member of the stiff-tailed ducks. The Ruddy Duck seen in North America also belongs to this same group. The Masked Duck has been seen in the most southern US states. It has also been reported seen in Cuba.