Tuesday, 14 February 2012
Teal
Scientific Name:
Anas crecca
Length:
36cm
Wingspan (mm):
61cm
Weight:
330g
Lifespan:
3yrs Description
The male Teal is most striking with a vibrant chestnut and bottle-green striped head, grey flecked flanks and a black and pale yellow tail. In contrast, females carry the familiar mottled brown appearance that is very similar to many other species of female duck.
Diet
Seeds and small invertebrates.