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Green-winged Teal

Anas crecca

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Illustration of Green-winged Teal (Anas crecca)

The Green-winged Teal is the smallest dabbling duck in North America, capable of extremely rapid, twisting flight in tight flocks that shift direction in unison. The male has a chestnut head with a broad iridescent green eye patch. It is one of the most abundant ducks in North America and a popular game bird.

Habitat
Wetlands, marshes, ponds, and tidal flats
Diet
Seeds, aquatic plants, and small invertebrates
How common
Common

Best time to see a Green-winged Teal

The best time to see a Green-winged Teal is October–February, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 42,474 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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