About the Ringed Teal
The ringed teal is a small duck of marshes, pools, and forest wetlands native to south-central South America. It is the only species of the genus Callonetta. Formerly often placed with the perching ducks in the tribe Cairinini, this species is now known to be closer to shelducks and belongs in the subfamily Tadorninae.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Callonetta leucophrys |
| Species Codes | rintea1, RITE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ringed Teal belong to?
The Ringed Teal (Callonetta leucophrys) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Ringed Teal?
The ringed teal is a small duck of marshes, pools, and forest wetlands native to south-central South America. It is the only species of the genus Callonetta. Formerly often placed with the perching ducks in the tribe Cairinini, this species is now known to be closer to shelducks and belongs in the s...
Where can I report a Ringed Teal sighting?
You can log sightings of Ringed Teal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rintea1, or on iNaturalist.
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