All you need to know about this duck that is possibly extinct
Is the pink-headed duck extinct?
The pink-headed duck is thought to be extinct. The last confirmed sighting was of a specimen shot in Darbhanga, Bihar, in 1935
What is the IUCN status of the pink-headed duck?
Even though the pink-headed duck is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, it is thought to be extinct in the wild.
Where was the pink-headed duck found in India?
The pink-headed duck was found in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Bihar, West Bengal, Assam, Manipur, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Odisha in India.
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Kaushik Sarkar
is a wildlife biologist transitioning towards the world of conservation action. He currently works with The Habitats Trust primarily working on the Terai Grasslands Project.
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is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
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Published: Jun 20, 2025
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