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Brief #
Breeding male has a chestnut head with a green eye patch, grey flanks and back, with a yellow rear end and a white-edged green speculum.
Description #
The breeding male has grey flanks and back, with a yellow rear end and a white-edged green speculum, obvious in flight or at rest. It has a chestnut head with a green eye patch. The females are light brown, with plumage much like a female mallard. They can be distinguished from most ducks on size, shape, and the speculum. Separation from female common teal is problematic.
Measurements #
Length: 31 - 39 cm
Wingspan: 52 - 59 cm
Weight: 140 - 500 g
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