Birds of Cuba Search Box
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Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Green-winged Teal
Sarcelle d'hiver
Anas crecca
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Life, Habitat & Pictures of the Green-winged Teal
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14" 35.6cm | 23" 58.4cm | 12oz 340.2g | Anatidae | Anas crecca |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Green-winged Teal is the smallest member of the teal family and one the smallest ducks seen North America. This small and very fast-flying waterfowl nests in over half the regions of North America and is common throughout. The green wing feathers are best seen when the teal is in flight. These teals are seen throughout the Caribbean islands and it has been seen as a vagrant.