About the Silver Teal
The Silver Teal (Spatula versicolor) is a species of bird in the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), within the order Anseriformes. This family contains 174 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code siltea1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Anseriformes |
| Family | Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl (Anatidae) |
| Species | Spatula versicolor |
| Species Codes | siltea1, SITE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silver Teal belong to?
The Silver Teal (Spatula versicolor) belongs to the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family (Anatidae), in the order Anseriformes.
How can I identify the Silver Teal?
The Silver Teal is a member of the Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Silver Teal sighting?
You can log sightings of Silver Teal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code siltea1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl 174 species
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Quick Stats
Anseriformes
Order
174
Species in Family
4,231
iNat Observations
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