Anseriformes
This order includes 161 species in 48 genera, that occur around the world, except for the Anhimids that occur only in South America. They are a familiar form of birds as they frequent lakes an ponds near human recreational sites. Most of these birds are Semi-aquatic birds.
| Family | Common name | Total number |
| Anhimidae | Screamers | 3 (2 genera) |
| Anseranatidae | Magpie Goose | 1 (1 genera) |
| Dendrocygnidae | Whistling Ducks | 9 (2 genera) |
| Anatidae | Ducks, Geese, Swan | 148 (43 genera) |
LINKS
Animal Diversity Web: Taxonomy of the Order
Hawaiian Nene: 'Saving the Nene'
By Rob Nelson
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