👉 Phoxinus is a genus of birds in the family Passeriformes that includes the common duck, woodpecker, and other small waterfowl found in North America. It consists of two species: Phoxinus fuscus and Phoxinus scaphorhynchos. These birds are known for their distinctive black-and-white plumage, which is typically white on the breast and underparts, with a dark gray belly.