About the Silver Teal
The silver teal or versicolor teal is a species of dabbling duck in the genus Spatula. It breeds in South America.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Spatula versicolor |
| Species Codes | siltea1, SITE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silver Teal belong to?
The Silver Teal (Spatula versicolor) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Silver Teal?
The silver teal or versicolor teal is a species of dabbling duck in the genus Spatula. It breeds in South America....
Where can I report a Silver Teal sighting?
You can log sightings of Silver Teal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code siltea1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl 174 species
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Quick Stats
Anseriformes
Order
174
Species in Family
4,179
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