Ringed Teal

Callonetta leucophrys

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.

Scientific name

Callonetta leucophrys

Family

Ducks, Geese, and Waterfowl

IUCN status

LC