Ringed Teal on a rock #2 Poster

An image of a ringed teal sitting on a rock by a small pond.

The Ringed Teal (Callonetta leucophrys) is a small and strikingly colored species of duck native to South America. Here are some interesting facts about the Ringed Teal:

Appearance: The Ringed Teal is a sexually dimorphic duck species, meaning males and females have different plumage. Males have a glossy greenish-black head with a white crescent-shaped ring around the eye. The body is predominantly gray with a white patch on the wing. Females have a mottled brown and gray plumage with a smaller, less distinct white eye ring.

Range: The Ringed Teal is native to South America, primarily found in regions of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Habitat: Ringed Teals prefer wetland habitats, including freshwater marshes, lagoons, and ponds, with plenty of vegetation for cover and nesting.

Omnivorous Diet: Ringed Teals have an omnivorous diet, feeding on a variety of aquatic...

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