Eurasian Teal
Photo: gailhampshire from Cradley, Malvern, U.K · CC BY 2.0
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Eurasian Teal Facts

Anas crecca

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The Eurasian teal (Anas crecca), common teal, or Eurasian green-winged teal is a common and widespread duck that breeds in temperate Eurosiberia and migrates south in winter.

Lifespan
Up to 27.1 years (maximum recorded longevity)

Eurasian Teal Facts at a Glance

The Eurasian teal (Anas crecca), common teal, or Eurasian green-winged teal is a common and widespread duck that breeds in temperate Eurosiberia and migrates south in winter.

It belongs to the family Anatidae in the order Anseriformes. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.

Eurasian Teal Conservation Status

Eurasian Teal is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.

Quick facts

Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
Up to 27.1 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Weight
341.89 g

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