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**Madagascar Pochard - Aythya innotata
Short: A diving duck once thought extinct, rediscovered in tiny remnant lakes; threats include wetland loss and introduced species - captive rearing and reintroduction are ongoing.
Facts:
Status: Critically Endangered.
Range: Madagascar (very small lakes).
Habitat: Freshwater lakes and marshes.
Diet: Aquatic invertebrates and plant matter.
Lifespan: ~10-15 yrs (est.).
Reproduction: Nesting at shorelines; low clutch success where predators present.
Role: Freshwater ecosystem participant; indicator of wetland quality.
Threats: Wetland degradation, introduced fish, hunting.
2025 October 14