About the Bernier's Teal
Bernier's teal, also known as the Madagascar teal, is a species of duck in the genus Anas. It is endemic to Madagascar, where it is found only along the west coast. Part of the "grey teal" complex found throughout Australasia, it is most closely related to the Andaman teal.
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This is a small duck, measuring 40 to 45 cm (16 to 18 in) in length, and ranging from 320 to 405 grams (11.3 to 14.3 oz) in mass; males average slightly heavier than females. Adult and immature birds of both sexes look the same, though males are slightly larger than females. The plumage is predominantly warm brown. The bill is reddish, and the legs and feet are a dull reddish-orange. Voice: The male Bernier's teal whistles, while the female's call is described as "a croaking quak".
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Where it lives
When to see it
Peak activity in October · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Campbell TealAnas nesiotisThe Campbell teal or Campbell Island teal is a small, flightless, nocturnal species of dabbling duck of the genus Anas endemic to the Campbell Island group of New Zealand.
Auckland TealAnas aucklandicaThe Auckland teal, also known as Auckland Islands teal, is a species of dabbling duck of the genus Anas that is endemic to Auckland Islands south of New Zealand.
Laysan DuckAnas laysanensisThe Laysan duck is teal-sized and dark brown, with a prominent white eye-ring.
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