Grey Teal
Anas gracilis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="anas-gracilis"></birdfyi-bird>The Grey Teal (Anas gracilis) is a bird species in the family Anatidae (ducks, geese & swans), within the order Anseriformes (waterfowl). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 38.4 cm and a weight of 504.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
A small grey-brown teal with fine pale edging on feathers, red eye, and green speculum. Widespread and common in Australia and New Zealand. Highly nomadic in Australia; follows inland flooding. Found in a wide variety of freshwater habitats from permanent lakes to temporary claypans.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 38,4 cm | 15.1 in |
| Poids | 504,25 g | 17.79 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Pale gray-brown body finely spotted and scaled dark. Head pale gray-buff with fine dark spots. Red eye. White throat. Iridescent green speculum with white front border. Gray bill; gray legs. Sexes similar. Australian.
Habitat & Range
Freshwater and saline wetlands across Australia and New Zealand, including temporary pans, lakes, rivers, and estuaries. Highly nomadic in Australia following unpredictable rainfall. Less nomadic in New Zealand.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV.
Taille de la couvée
7-8
Son
Chant
Female gives a high, nasal descending quacking series; male produces a soft, piping whistle. The high-pitched quacking call is distinctive; flocks create a musical chattering on Australian wetlands.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Anseriformes (Waterfowl) |
| Famille | Anatidae (Ducks, Geese & Swans) |
| Genus | Anas |
| Espèces | Anas gracilis |
Distribution
Grey Teal has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Anatidae family