Puna Teal
NamePuna Teal
Common NamePuna Teal
Scientific NameSpatula puna
FamilyAnatidae
Wingspan (cm)55
Length (cm)48
Weight (g)600
Plumage DetailsThe head features a prominent black cap extending from the crown to the nape, sharply contrasting with a creamy white face and throat. The bill is a striking sky-blue with a black tip. The back and breast are mottled brown and buff, while the flanks are finely barred in grey and white. Wings are dark brown.
Vocalization / CallGenerally a quiet species. Males produce a soft, high-pitched whistle, while females emit a low, soft quack.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in the high-altitude wetlands of the Andes mountains, specifically in Peru, Bolivia, northern Chile, and northwestern Argentina.
Identifying Featuresblack cap, white face, bright blue bill with black tip, mottled brown and buff body, finely barred flanks
Description
The Puna Teal is a small, distinctive duck characterized by its black cap, white face, and bright blue bill. Its body plumage is mottled brown and buff, with finely barred flanks. This species typically inhabits high-altitude wetlands in the Andes.
