About the Blue-billed Teal
The Blue-billed Teal (Spatula hottentota) is a species of bird in the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), within the order Anseriformes. This family contains 174 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code hottea1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Spatula hottentota |
| Species Codes | hottea1, HOTE, BBTE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-billed Teal belong to?
The Blue-billed Teal (Spatula hottentota) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Blue-billed Teal?
The Blue-billed Teal is a member of the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blue-billed Teal sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-billed Teal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hottea1, or on iNaturalist.