Velvet Scoter

Melanitta fusca

The Velvet Scoter (scientific name Melanitta fusca) is a vulnerable species in LeafFauna's birds group, belonging to the genus Melanitta. LeafFauna lists Velvet Scoter among more than 25,000 animal species. Every photo is credited to its photographer and shown under its license. Open it in the LeafFauna app for more facts, a range map, sightings by month and more photos.