Cinnamon Teal
Cinnamon Teal Overview
This small reddish duck lives in ponds and marshes. It belongs to the species of migratory waterfowls. The adult male has a red head and body with a brown back, a dark bill and a red eye. The adult female had a brown body, brown eyes and a grey bill. Cinnamon teals usually choose new mates each year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a cinnamon teal look like?
The adult male has a reddish body, dark bill, red eyes, and brown back. The female is brown overall with brown eyes and a gray bill.
Where does the cinnamon teal live?
Cinnamon teals inhabit freshwater ponds, marshes, and wetlands. In Hawaii, they may be spotted in quiet, shallow wetland areas.
Is the cinnamon teal a migratory species?
Yes. Cinnamon teals are migratory waterfowl and travel long distances between their breeding and wintering grounds.
Do cinnamon teals mate for life?
No. Cinnamon teals typically choose new mates each breeding season rather than forming lifelong pairs.
How can I identify a cinnamon teal in the wild?
Look for a small duck with reddish coloring (male), or a uniformly brown duck (female), often seen dabbling or swimming in marshes or ponds.