Sunda Teal
NameSunda Teal
Common NameSunda Teal
Scientific NameAnas gibberifrons
FamilyAnatidae
Wingspan (cm)65
Length (cm)40
Weight (g)400
Plumage DetailsPredominantly mottled brown plumage with a paler, buffy-white face and throat, contrasting with a darker crown and hindneck. The iris is a striking red, and the bill is blue-grey with a black tip. The body shows dark brown feathers with lighter scalloping, particularly on the flanks.
Vocalization / CallGenerally a quiet species. Males produce a soft, high-pitched whistle, while females emit a series of low, rapid quacks.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatswetland, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeNative to Indonesia, including Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Sulawesi, and the Lesser Sundas, as well as New Guinea. Vagrants are occasionally recorded in Australia.
Identifying FeaturesRed eye, Pale face with darker crown, Blue-grey bill with black tip, Small size, Mottled brown plumage
Description
The Sunda Teal is a small, dabbling duck characterized by its mottled brown plumage and distinctive red eyes. It is typically found foraging in freshwater wetlands and estuaries, often in small groups.
