Aix (genus)

Male Mandarin duck ( Aix galericulata ) and male Wood Duck ( Aix sponsa)

Aix is a genus of dabbling ducks ( Anatini ).

Earlier this genus also a separate, but very heterogeneous tribes of the " gloss ducks " ( Cairinini ) was associated with Cairina.

The genus Aix, only two species are expected to:

The Mandarin Duck originated from East Asia, the bride duck from North America. Despite the geographical distance between the two distribution areas exist quite close family relationships.

Both species are not naturally found in Europe. However, since the drakes are among the most colorful ducks and therefore are very popular with pet bird owners, there are now some escaped and ausgewilderte Couples ( captivity refugees).