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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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Anas bernieri |
| Species Codes | bertea1, MATE, BETE |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bernier's Teal belong to?
The Bernier's Teal (Anas bernieri) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Bernier's Teal?
The Bernier's Teal is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify 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....
Where can I report a Bernier's Teal sighting?
You can log sightings of Bernier's Teal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bertea1, or on iNaturalist.
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