Mallard x Eurasian Teal Hybrid
Mallard x Eurasian Teal Hybrid
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This hybrid duck is a result of cross-breeding between the ubiquitous Mallard and the small Eurasian Teal. Individuals typically exhibit a noticeable size difference from both parents and a variable mix of their plumage characteristics, creating a challenging identification puzzle.
Where to spot
Can be found globally in regions where Mallards and Eurasian Teals coexist, particularly across Eurasia. Look in common wetland habitats, including urban parks, ponds, rivers, and marshes.
How to spot
Look for a duck that is intermediate in size between a Mallard and a Eurasian Teal. Males might display a hint of the Mallard's green head sheen or white neck ring, combined with the smaller body and flight pattern of a teal. Check bill color and speculum for mixed traits.
When to spot
Observable year-round in areas where both parent species are resident, though encounters are more common during migration and winter when populations are concentrated.
Where to spot
Can be found globally in regions where Mallards and Eurasian Teals coexist, particularly across Eurasia. Look in common wetland habitats, including urban parks, ponds, rivers, and marshes.
How to spot
Look for a duck that is intermediate in size between a Mallard and a Eurasian Teal. Males might display a hint of the Mallard's green head sheen or white neck ring, combined with the smaller body and flight pattern of a teal. Check bill color and speculum for mixed traits.
When to spot
Observable year-round in areas where both parent species are resident, though encounters are more common during migration and winter when populations are concentrated.
The Mallard is well-known for its propensity to hybridize with numerous other duck species, making it a 'super-hybridizer' in the avian world. Even with much smaller species like teals, successful interbreeding can occur.
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