Chinese Name: 瘤鸭
English Name: Comb Duck
Latin Name: Sarkidiornis melanotos

Chinese Name: 金额叶鹎
English Name: Golden-fronted Leafbird
Latin Name: Chloropsis aurifrons

Chinese Name: 淡尾鹟莺
English Name: Alström’s Leaf Warbler
Latin Name: Seicercus soror

Chinese Name: 绿翅鸭
English Name: Common Teal
Latin Name: Anas crecca

The Common Teal (Anas crecca), known in Chinese as 绿翅鸭 (Lǜ chì yā), is a small and widely distributed duck species. Here’s some detailed information about this bird:

Description

• Male: The male Common Teal has a distinctive plumage with a rich chestnut-brown head and a striking green patch on its wings, which is the origin of its Chinese name (“green-winged duck”). The body is mostly greyish-brown with a slightly lighter underside.
• Female: The female is more cryptic in appearance, featuring mottled brown feathers that provide camouflage. She lacks the vibrant colors of the male but has a similar green wing patch.

Habitat and Range

• Habitat: Common Teals are found in a variety of wetland habitats, including ponds, lakes, marshes, and slow-moving rivers. They prefer shallow water with abundant vegetation.
• Range: They have a wide range, breeding in northern Europe, Asia, and parts of North America. During winter, they migrate to more temperate regions, including southern Europe, parts of Africa, and Asia.

Behavior

• Migration: Common Teals are migratory birds, moving between their breeding and wintering grounds. They undertake long migrations and are often seen in large flocks during these periods.
• Diet: Their diet consists mainly of aquatic plants, seeds, and small invertebrates. They are known to dabble on the surface of the water or tip their bodies to feed on submerged vegetation.

Conservation Status

• The Common Teal is classified as a species of “Least Concern” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). It has a large and stable population, although local declines may occur due to habitat loss and hunting pressures.

Observing Common Teal

• Birdwatching Tips: Look for Common Teal in wetlands, especially during migration seasons. They are often found in mixed-species flocks and are relatively approachable for observation.
• Best Viewing Locations: They can be seen in a variety of wetland areas across their range, including nature reserves and protected wetlands.

The Common Teal’s vibrant colors and adaptability make it a fascinating species for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Chinese Name: 针尾鸭
English Name: Northern Pintail
Latin Name: Anas acuta

Chinese Name: 华西柳莺
English Name: Alpine Leaf Warbler
Latin Name: Phylloscopus occisinensis

Chinese Name: 绿头鸭
English Name: Mallard
Latin Name: Anas platyrhynchos

Chinese Name: 斑嘴鸭
English Name: Indian Spot-billed Duck
Latin Name: Anas poecilorhyncha

Chinese Name: 斑嘴鸭
English Name: Chinese Spot-billed Duck
Latin Name: Anas zonorhyncha

Chinese Name: 异色树莺
English Name: Aberrant Bush Warbler
Latin Name: Horornis flavolivaceus

龙陵县木城彝族傈僳族乡 Mucheng Yi and Lisu Ethnic Town in Longling County, Baoshan

Chinese Name: 罗纹鸭
English Name: Falcated Duck
Latin Name: Mareca falcata

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