About the Auckland Islands Teal
The 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. The species was once found throughout the Auckland Islands, but is now restricted to the islands that lack introduced predators: Adams Island, Enderby Island, Disappointment Island and a few smaller islands. An old report of "the same flightless duck" on North East Island, The Snares group most likely refers to a straggler.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Anas aucklandica |
| Species Codes | auitea1, AITE, AUTE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Auckland Islands Teal belong to?
The Auckland Islands Teal (Anas aucklandica) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Auckland Islands Teal?
The 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. The species was once found throughout the Auckland Islands, but is now restricted to the islands that lack introduced predators: Adams Isl...
Where can I report a Auckland Islands Teal sighting?
You can log sightings of Auckland Islands Teal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code auitea1, or on iNaturalist.
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