Ringed Teal
Callonetta leucophrys
Also known as: Ringed Duck
The Ringed Teal is a small, colourful duck found in South American forests and wetlands. Unlike many ducks, both sexes keep colourful plumage year-round and they are adept at perching in trees.
Ringed Teal Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions About the Ringed Teal
The Ringed Teal can be found in South America and is most often associated with Forested wetlands, swamps.
The Ringed Teal feeds on Seeds, aquatic plants, insects and is considered a herbivore.
The Ringed Teal is currently listed as Least Concern, with a stable population trend. Main threats include Habitat loss, Hunting.
The Ringed Teal is usually pairs/small flocks.
The Ringed Teal is typically diurnal.
The Ringed Teal is resident.
The main threats facing the Ringed Teal include Habitat loss and Hunting.
The Ringed Teal population trend is currently stable.
Well-known places to look for the Ringed Teal include The Chaco (Paraguay) and Northern Argentina.
Natural predators of the Ringed Teal include Birds of prey, Small felids, and Snakes.
Prized in aviculture for its beautiful, year-round plumage.
The Ringed Teal is part of the Anatidae family and an Anseriformes order.
The Ringed Teal weighs about 0.32 kg, stands around 35 cm tall, reaches about 36 cm in length, and has a wingspan of about 60 cm.
The Ringed Teal can reach speeds of around 45 km/h.
