Labrador Duck

Camptorhynchus labradorius

The Labrador Duck, Camptorhynchus labradorius, was a medium-sized sea duck that inhabited the coastal waters of northeastern North America. This species was known for its distinctive coloration, with a dark body and a white patch on the face. The Labrador Duck was a diving duck, foraging for mollusks and crustaceans in shallow coastal waters. Unfortunately, the species became extinct in the late 19th century, and the exact reasons for its disappearance remain uncertain, although hunting and habitat destruction likely played a role.

Habitat: Coastal waters of northeastern North America