description Maccoa Duck Overview
The Maccoa duck, Oxyura maccoa, is a stiff-tailed diving duck found in parts of eastern and southern Africa. Breeding males have a chestnut body, black head, bright blue bill, and a long, rigid tail that may be held upright, while females and nonbreeding males are more subdued brown. It inhabits freshwater lakes, reservoirs, and marshes with open water and emergent vegetation, diving to feed on aquatic invertebrates and plant material.
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Maccoa Duck ranks #91 of 190 in the Waterfowl ranking, behind Silver Teal, ahead of Redhead.
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How good is Maccoa Duck?
Maccoa Duck scores 6.99/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Waterfowl category.
What are the best alternatives to Maccoa Duck?
See our alternatives page for Maccoa Duck for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: African Pygmy Goose, Ruddy Duck, South African Shelduck.
How does Maccoa Duck compare to African Pygmy Goose?
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Is Maccoa Duck worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.99/10, Maccoa Duck is a solid option in Waterfowl. See all Waterfowl ranked.
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