Brown Teal
Anas chlorotis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="anas-chlorotis"></birdfyi-bird>The Brown Teal (Anas chlorotis) is a bird species in the family Anatidae (ducks, geese & swans), within the order Anseriformes (waterfowl). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 39.3 cm and a weight of 683.6 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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About
A small brown duck with white eye-ring in males, dark brown plumage with chestnut flanks, and green speculum. Formerly widespread; now largely restricted to offshore islands and Northland, New Zealand. Endangered; predator control essential for survival.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 39.3 cm | 15.5 in |
| Weight | 683.6 g | 24.11 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Dark brown body with fine mottling. Males have iridescent green head sheen, white eye-ring, and chestnut breast. Females duller and browner with paler face and white eye-ring. Iridescent green speculum. New Zealand endemic.
Habitat & Range
Dense shrubland, forest streams, freshwater ponds, and coastal wetlands in northern New Zealand, especially Northland and predator-free offshore islands. Most active at dusk and dawn.
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
5-6
Sound
Song
Female gives a soft, nasal quacking call; male produces a high, whistled peep. Both sexes are quiet; unobtrusive calls suit this threatened New Zealand nocturnal duck.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes (Waterfowl) |
| Family | Anatidae (Ducks, Geese & Swans) |
| Genus | Anas |
| Species | Anas chlorotis |
Distribution
Brown Teal has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Anatidae family