Cinnamon Teal
NameCinnamon Teal
Common NameCinnamon Teal
Scientific NameSpatula cyanoptera
FamilyAnatidae
Wingspan (cm)61
Length (cm)40.5
Weight (g)400
Plumage DetailsMales are characterized by their striking rich reddish-cinnamon plumage covering the head, neck, and underparts, contrasting with a dark brown back and wings. They possess bright red eyes and a dark, spatulate bill. Females are mottled brown with a paler belly and a dark eye line.
Vocalization / CallMales typically make soft, high-pitched whistles or peeps. Females produce a low, reedy quack.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds in western North America, from southern Canada to the southwestern United States. Winters in the southern U.S., Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America.
Identifying Featuresrich cinnamon plumage (male), bright red eyes (male), dark spatulate bill, small size, dabbling duck
Description
The Cinnamon Teal is a small dabbling duck, with males displaying striking reddish-cinnamon plumage and bright red eyes. They are typically found in shallow freshwater wetlands, where they feed by dabbling for aquatic invertebrates and plant matter.
