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Ringed teal (Callonetta leucophrys). Wildlife animal in nature Ringed teals are one of the smallest duck species at around 15 inches long. Males and<br />
females are dimorphic, having different colored feathers<br />
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Ringed teal (Callonetta leucophrys). Wildlife animal in nature

Ringed teals are one of the smallest duck species at around 15 inches long. Males and
females are dimorphic, having different colored feathers

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  1. The detail on this species is so stunning. Posted 7 years ago
    1. Thanks it is a beautiful bird
      Posted 7 years ago

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The Ringed Teal is a small duck of South American forests. It is the only species of the genus "Callonetta". Usually placed with the dabbling ducks, this species may actually be closer to shelducks and belong in the subfamily Tadorninae; its closest relative is possibly the Maned Duck.

Similar species: Ducks, Geese, Etc.
Species identified by Julian Popov
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Uploaded May 18, 2018. Captured in Michael Karaoli, Oroklini, Cyprus.